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Concejal de Movilidad in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Under Fire for Concealing Imputation

In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the local government of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the Concejal (Councillor) of Mobility, Employment, and Central District, José Eduardo Ramírez, has been accused of concealing his imputation for alleged administrative prevarication from the city council.

The Allegations

The controversy came to light on November 4, 2024, when David Suárez, the spokesperson for Coalición Canaria (CC) in the Ayuntamiento (City Council) of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, publicly criticized Ramírez for not disclosing his legal situation to the council. Ramírez, who also serves as the president of Guaguas Municipales, the city's public transportation company, was investigated by a judge on June 26, 2024, for a presumed administrative prevarication offense.

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Controversy Erupts Over 'Tree-Lamp Posts' in Candelaria, Canary Islands

In the municipality of Candelaria, located on the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands, a heated debate has emerged regarding the local government's handling of public lighting. The Coalition of Canaria (CC) in Candelaria has vehemently denounced the latest initiative by the Socialist Party (PSOE) government, which involves using tree trunks as makeshift lamp posts, dubbed "árboles-farola" or "tree-lamp posts."

Criticism and Safety Concerns

Ángela Cruz, the spokesperson for the CC in Candelaria, has been at the forefront of this criticism. Cruz has condemned the PSOE's decision, describing it as an "ecological attack" and a significant risk to the safety of local residents and their pets. The CC has long been advocating for a comprehensive renovation of the public lighting system, emphasizing the need for energy efficiency, decarbonization, and sustainability.

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El Rosario Launches Heartwarming Holiday Campaign: 'Regala una Ilusión''

In the spirit of holiday generosity and community solidarity, the municipality of El Rosario in Tenerife, Canary Islands, has initiated its annual solidarity campaign, "Regala una Ilusión" (Gift a Dream). This heartfelt initiative, led by the area of Acción Social under the direction of Councilor Fátima Gutiérrez, aims to ensure that no child in the municipality is left without a gift during the magical night of the Three Kings (Día de Reyes).

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Expats in Spain Alert: Labor Dispute Erupts Over Sanction of Worker in Cantabria's Non-Emergency Medical Transport

In a significant labor dispute, the General Union of Workers (UGT) has filed a complaint against DIAVIDA, the company responsible for managing non-urgent medical transportation in Cantabria, Spain. The complaint, lodged with the Gerencia del Servicio Cántabro de Salud (the Cantabrian Health Service Management), centers around the alleged unjust sanctioning of a worker.

Background of the Dispute

The incident has sparked widespread concern among workers and union representatives, highlighting issues of labor rights and workplace fairness. According to the UGT, the worker in question was sanctioned by DIAVIDA, a decision that the union argues is unwarranted and unjust.

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Galicia Kicks Off November with New La Primitiva Lottery Win

In an exciting start to the month of November, several lucky individuals in Spain have won significant prizes in the La Primitiva lottery. The winning numbers for the recent draw were 48, 41, 48, 07, 45, and 37, with the complementary number being 12 and the reintegro number being 2.

Winning Tickets Validated Across Spain

The winning tickets were validated in three different locations: Barcelona, Murcia, and Lugo. This spread of winning locations highlights the widespread participation and luck that spanned across various regions of Spain.

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