Spain, in a state of alarm

Until May 9

Responsible Author: Jose A. Martin | Madrid, 10/25/2020, 17:23 Time

USPA NEWS - The Spanish Government approved this Sunday, in an extraordinary session, the declaration of a state of alarm throughout the national territory, except the Canary Islands, for six months, until next May 9, with the aim of curbing the spread of the coronavirus. The state of alarm entered into force this same Sunday, with an initial duration of fifteen days, but the Government, as Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez explained at a press conference, will request an extension of the measure from Congress until adding a total time of six months.

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Spain prepares for a new state of alarm

To stop the COVID-19 pandemic

Responsible Author: Jose A. Martin | Madrid, 10/24/2020, 12:16 Time

USPA NEWS - Spain is steadily moving towards its second state of alarm in less than a year. Almost half of the regions have requested it from the Government, as the only way to declare a curfew in large cities. Eight months after the start of the pandemic, the Spanish authorities believe that the only way to stop the increase in coronavirus infections is to end the massive gatherings that are organized at night and the consumption of beverages in bars.

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