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Barcelona investigates fraudulent registrations linked to fake rental contracts
Barcelona’s authorities investigate suspicious residency registrations linked to fake rental contracts amid rising concerns over housing fraud.
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Residents demand urgent action to address tourism crisis near Sagrada Família
Residents near Sagrada Família demand urgent measures against overwhelming tourist pressures following recent events.
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Barcelona mobilises 192 municipal employees to support Palestinian cities
Barcelona activates 192 municipal employees as volunteers to support Palestinian cities through the Districte 11 project.
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Santa Coloma intensifies cleaning and security for summer 2026
Santa Coloma strengthens cleaning and public safety this summer with a specific plan until October.
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Study reveals that unregulated developments in Barcelona could house 100,000 new residents
A study reveals that unregulated developments in Barcelona could accommodate up to 127,995 new residents amid growing local demands.
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Mataró closes event hall for operating without a license and disobeying municipal order
The City Council closes a hall in Mataró for operating without a license after multiple warnings and legal violations.
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Three PETA activists detained in Barcelona during the Pope's visit
Three activists disguised as nuns were detained in Barcelona while planning a protest during Pope Leo XIV's visit.
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Three deaths in natural accidents shock Catalunya this Saturday
Three people died this Saturday in Catalunya due to natural accidents during outdoor recreational activities.
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Barcelona takes over management of 5.2 kilometres of coastline following agreement with the Government
Barcelona takes direct management of 5.2 km of coastline after a historic agreement with the central Government for 62.8 hectares.
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Vila-seca implements restrictions for the Sant Joan festivities in La Pineda
Vila-seca bans firecrackers and restricts access for Sant Joan to ensure environmental safety.
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Barcelona secures ownership of 63 hectares of coastline after historic agreement
Barcelona acquires 63 hectares of coastline following an agreement with the Treasury; this will allow for better local management.
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Barcelona launches Ona de Glòries project with 120 social housing units and new services
Barcelona reactivates the Ona project with 120 social housing units and new community services following significant public investment.