Spanish Prime Minister's Upcoming Visit to Valencia Sparks Discussions Amid Judicial Reforms
Pedro Sánchez to meet with mayors affected by DANA while government advances judicial career reforms
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is set to visit Valencia this Thursday for an interministerial meeting at the Delegation of the Government, where he will address the issues arising from the recent DANA (isolated depression at high levels) that affected the region.
This visit comes after criticisms regarding his prolonged absence from the area since the initial visit on November 3rd, accompanied by the monarchs and regional leaders.
While sources indicate Sánchez will meet with affected mayors, it is unclear if he will visit the affected localities directly.
Concurrently, the Spanish government, through the Council of Ministers, has approved an initial draft reform of the Organic Law of the Judiciary.
This reform aims to modernize access to the judiciary and the public service of justice.
Key aspects include the introduction of a written examination for judicial and prosecutorial candidates, expansion of available positions, and prohibition of private funding for judicial associations to maintain impartiality.
The reform also addresses a 'fourth shift' strategy, where jurists with at least 15 years of recognized competence could fill 25% of judicial positions.
Additionally, a stabilization process for substitute judges in temporary positions will be implemented.
These measures follow European Commission recommendations to address judicial temporary positions.
There is also a proposal to offer scholarships equivalent to the minimum wage for judicial and prosecutorial candidates, aiming to ensure equality of opportunity.
Furthermore, a public school for opposition preparation will be established, with registered, qualified judges serving as candidates' trainers.
Changes in the composition of judicial bodies are also on the table.
The Ethics Committee of the General Council of the Judiciary could expand to include more diverse members beyond the existing judges, seeking to reinforce pluralism within the judicial system.
With these developments, while Sánchez's visit intends to address regional concerns, the government's judicial reforms aim to adapt Spain's legal systems to contemporary necessities.
These efforts are set to undergo further parliamentary scrutiny, with aims for completion by mid-2025.
This visit comes after criticisms regarding his prolonged absence from the area since the initial visit on November 3rd, accompanied by the monarchs and regional leaders.
While sources indicate Sánchez will meet with affected mayors, it is unclear if he will visit the affected localities directly.
Concurrently, the Spanish government, through the Council of Ministers, has approved an initial draft reform of the Organic Law of the Judiciary.
This reform aims to modernize access to the judiciary and the public service of justice.
Key aspects include the introduction of a written examination for judicial and prosecutorial candidates, expansion of available positions, and prohibition of private funding for judicial associations to maintain impartiality.
The reform also addresses a 'fourth shift' strategy, where jurists with at least 15 years of recognized competence could fill 25% of judicial positions.
Additionally, a stabilization process for substitute judges in temporary positions will be implemented.
These measures follow European Commission recommendations to address judicial temporary positions.
There is also a proposal to offer scholarships equivalent to the minimum wage for judicial and prosecutorial candidates, aiming to ensure equality of opportunity.
Furthermore, a public school for opposition preparation will be established, with registered, qualified judges serving as candidates' trainers.
Changes in the composition of judicial bodies are also on the table.
The Ethics Committee of the General Council of the Judiciary could expand to include more diverse members beyond the existing judges, seeking to reinforce pluralism within the judicial system.
With these developments, while Sánchez's visit intends to address regional concerns, the government's judicial reforms aim to adapt Spain's legal systems to contemporary necessities.
These efforts are set to undergo further parliamentary scrutiny, with aims for completion by mid-2025.
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