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Spanish government drafts strict anti-protest laws - Opposition and activists criticise plan to introduce steep fines for activists who take part in unauthorised protests

"Spain's ruling People's party has drafted strict new laws against public protests, in a move denounced by the opposition as a blow to democracy. The legislation, expected to be presented in a cabinet meeting on
"Spain's ruling People's party has drafted strict new laws against public protests, in a move denounced by the opposition as a blow to democracy. The legislation, expected to be presented in a cabinet meeting on
“Spain’s ruling People’s party has drafted strict new laws against public protests, in a move denounced by the opposition as a blow to democracy. The legislation, expected to be presented in a cabinet meeting on Friday, would introduce steep fines for activists who take part in unauthorised protests, publish images of police or interrupt public events.” See the full article: Spanish government drafts strict anti-protest laws – Opposition and activists criticise plan to introduce steep fines for activists who take part in unauthorised protests (Guardian, link)