What's the government response timeline for Spain?

Potential case tested by Foreign Health service following government prevention and control protocols in the face of an international health alert, carried out a new evaluation of the possible case. https://www.mscbs.gob.es/gabinete/notasPrensa.do?metodo=detalle&id=4773

Following the coronavirus outbreak in China, the Government of Spain has promoted a number of public information channels for gathering all the relevant information from the various ministerial departments. The purpose is to allow anyone interested in this topic to access information from reliable expert sources. /web/20200430102339/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/paginas/2020/20200131info-coronavirus.aspx

first case in Canary Islands, contacts also tested following Public Health Ministry guidelines. https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020/01/31/actualidad/1580509404_469734.html

HTatlow: 31st January- first case in Canary Islands, contacts also tested following Public Health Ministry guidelines. https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020/01/31/actualidad/1580509404_469734.html

Case by case quarantine: "The minister reported that the only case that has tested positive in Spain is that of the German patient in hospital on La Gomera, who remains asymptomatic. Those people who were in contact with him are also asymptomatic, although they remain isolated and under surveillance. The Spaniards repatriated from Wuhan remain in quarantine at Gómez Ulla Hospital, and do not present any symptoms either." (Based on symptoms). https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/paginas/2020/20200204council.aspx

first person tests positive in mainland spain. Catalan health authorities have isolated 25 people with whom she came into contact and are carrying out tests to see if they have the virus. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/02/1000-tourists-tenerife-quarantine-coronavirus-diagnosis-200225115101427.html

24th Feb- first person tests positive in mainland spain. Catalan health authorities have isolated 25 people with whom she came into contact and are carrying out tests to see if they have the virus. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/02/1000-tourists-tenerife-quarantine-coronavirus-diagnosis-200225115101427.html

"People who have symptoms and who have been in China (not just the province of Hubei), South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Iran and four regions in northern Italy: Lombardy, Veneto, Piedmont and Emilia Romagna in the previous 14 days must be considered possible cases and therefore tests must be carried out and the corresponding procedures must be applied"; Information to travelers in ports and airports: informative pieces will be prepared for dissemination on airplanes that land in Spain, with basic prevention measures and recommendations, especially those that come from risk areas. (No screening or quarantine measures, only information, hence 0); https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/serviciosdeprensa/notasprensa/sanidad14/Paginas/2020/25022020_cironavirus.aspx

Schools (nursery to university) closed in Madrid. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/11/scramble-for-childcare-in-madrid-as-schools-closed-over-coronavirus

Recommendations at places of work: Working from home (teleworking) whenever possible. Flexible hours and consideration of staggered shifts to reduce high numbers of employees present at the same time. At present, only the Region of Madrid, the city of Vitoria and the town of Labastida are in this situation. /web/20200430082310/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/paginas/2020/20200310covid19-measures.aspx

Avoid unnecessary travel, calling on individual responsibility. At present, only the Region of Madrid, the city of Vitoria and the town of Labastida are in this situation. https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/paginas/2020/20200310covid19-measures.aspx

The Minister for Health pointed out that, with the same aim of avoiding a large number of people travelling and their concentration in a single place, all large-scale professional and amateur sporting events, and national and international competitions, will be held behind closed doors throughout Spain. In zones of significant transmission - Madrid, La Rioja, Vitoria and Labastida - group activities in closed spaces that hold more than 1,000 people have also been suspended. In the event that these activities take place in a smaller venue, they may only be held with a maximum of one third of the capacity. https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/paginas/2020/20200310council.aspx

In zones of significant transmission - Madrid, La Rioja, Vitoria and Labastida - group activities in closed spaces that hold more than 1,000 people have also been suspended. In the event that these activities take place in a smaller venue, they may only be held with a maximum of one third of the capacity. The Minister for Health pointed out that, with the same aim of avoiding a large number of people travelling and their concentration in a single place, all large-scale professional and amateur sporting events, and national and international competitions, will be held behind closed doors throughout Spain. https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/paginas/2020/20200310council.aspx

Government bans flights from Italy https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2020-3433 /web/20200430100258/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/paginas/2020/20200310council.aspx

Spain goes into lockdown. "Bars, restaurants, and shops selling anything but food and other staples must shut down. All leisure and sports activities also have to close, including cinemas, theatres, swimming pools and football grounds." Effective immediately, all Spaniards must stay home except to buy food, medicines, go to work or to the hospital or for emergencies. https://www.euractiv.com/section/coronavirus/news/spain-goes-under-lockdown-to-fight-coronavirus/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51892477

14 March Lockdown state of emergency. Only allowed to leave house for essential trips and cannot meet people outside household /web/20200430091325/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/Paginas/2020/20200314council-extr.aspx /web/20200430091344/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/Paginas/2020/20200314council-extr.aspx

Passenger transport, both public and private, will be reduced by half over the next 15 days, except for suburban railway services, which will be maintained. Passenger transport vehicles will continue with their daily cleaning routine based on the recommendations of the Ministry of Health. As long as your reason for being outside the house falls under the rules above then yes, you can use public transport if you maintain social distancing rules that means keeping more than 1 metre apart from other travellers. Public transport services, including regional trains and buses, have had their service reduced by half. /web/20200430092938/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/councilministers/Paginas/2020/20200314council-extr.aspx https://www.thelocal.es/20200314/coronavirus-what-you-can-and-cant-do-during-spains-state-of-alert

Lockdown effective immediately, all Spaniards must stay home except to buy food, medicines, go to work or to the hospital or for emergencies. https://www.euractiv.com/section/coronavirus/news/spain-goes-under-lockdown-to-fight-coronavirus/

Lockdown effective immediately, all Spaniards must stay home except to buy food, medicines, go to work or to the hospital or for emergencies. Must be able to justify necessity of journey. https://www.euractiv.com/section/coronavirus/news/spain-goes-under-lockdown-to-fight-coronavirus/

Some 9.5 million students will not attend school from March 16 /web/20200430080157/ https://www.theolivepress.es/spain-news/2020/03/12/coronavirus-spain-closes-all-schools-and-universities-to-9-5-million-students-as-government-ministers-now-among-the-3000-infected/ /web/20200430081359/ https://en.unesco.org/covid19/educationresponse

All land borders close. /web/20200430100414/ https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/paginas/2020/20200316covid19-borders.aspx

The government announced flexibilizations for the use of furlough or unemployment insurance for the workers of enterprises that are forced to use it because of COVID-19. The amount to be paid arises to 70% of the base payment of the worker in the previous 180 days (or less if he/she did not work for that long). https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/serviciosdeprensa/notasprensa/presidencia/Documents/2020/29032020_ActuacionesCOVID-19.pdf https://boe.es/boe/dias/2020/03/18/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-3824.pdf

18th March The [healthcare] system not able to do a PCR [a diagnostic test] for coronavirus without asking for authorization. “We would like to test everyone but with the diagnostic capability and number of kits we have, that is not possible. It’s not viable,” he said. Since the coronavirus outbreak escalated two weeks ago, tests have only been done on serious cases, especially vulnerable people, and health workers with symptoms https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-03-18/lack-of-testing-hampering-spains-efforts-to-slow-coronavirus-outbreak.html

Coronavirus test kits withdrawn in Spain over poor accuracy rate. Batch with only 30% detection rate was bought by health officials from Chinese supplier https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/27/coronavirus-test-kits-withdrawn-spain-poor-accuracy-rate

The [healthcare] system not able to do a PCR [a diagnostic test] for coronavirus without asking for authorization. “We would like to test everyone but with the diagnostic capability and number of kits we have, that is not possible. It’s not viable,” he said. Since the coronavirus outbreak escalated two weeks ago, tests have only been done on serious cases, especially vulnerable people, and health workers with symptoms https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-03-18/lack-of-testing-hampering-spains-efforts-to-slow-coronavirus-outbreak.html

All non-essential workplaces in Spain will close for two weeks to try to curb the spread of the coronavirus, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Saturday after the country’s death toll climbed to nearly 5,700. Speaking at a press conference, Sánchez said the measure will come into force Monday and last until April 9. SOURCE: https://www.politico.com/news/2020/03/28/spain-tightens-lockdown-as-coronavirus-death-toll-spikes-152888

Only 3 mourners allowed at funerals confirmed. Ban of funeral wakes or vigils under lockdown rules. /web/20200430090701/ https://murciatoday.com/only-three-mourners-allowed-at-funerals-during-the-coronavirus-emergency-in-spain_1377943-a.html

Prime Minister Mr Sánchez extended lockdown measures until 25 April https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/covid-19-spain-s-lockdown-to-be-extended-till-april-25/1792351

Lockdown extended until April 25. No one allowed to leave their homes for anything non-essential. All forms of outdoor exercise is not permitted. Children not allowed out at all. https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/covid-19-spain-s-lockdown-to-be-extended-till-april-25/1792351 https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/21/life-in-lockdown-spain-curtailed-by-coronavirus-but-still-rocking

"The objective of the Ministry is to make the maximum number of tests possible for people who have symptoms and carry out as many tests as possible to all people with symptoms to increase the diagnostic capacity.” “SPAIN’S President Pedro Sánchez has announced the distribution of over a million Covid-19 tests throughout the country” https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/04/05/spain-pm-to-embark-on-mass-testing-set-up-quarantine-centres-to-curb-covid-19/ https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/gabinete/notasPrensa.do?id=4846 https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/Paginas/2020/20200402covid-diagnostic.aspx

7th April- No data to suggest that contact tracing is comprehensive yet. “The next phase of the response will require far more testing to allow for comprehensive contact tracing’. https://www.vice.com/en_uk/article/bvg4ka/spain-is-creating-isolation-facilities-for-silent-carriers-of-coronavirus

***Talk of aiming for Mass Nationwide testing but not clear evidence for this being fully comprehensive*** The Health Ministry has announced that it is going to carry out a mass testing campaign in order to get a more realistic picture of the spread of the coronavirus and to combat the epidemic. The plan, which has been designed by the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII), is to test around 30,000 families – some 62,400 people – during a campaign that will begin next week and last three weeks, according to the health minister, Salvador Illa. https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-04-08/spain-to-test-30000-families-for-the-coronavirus.html

This guideline of the Health Ministry details that people tested should be already hospitalised or eligible to be hospitalised https://www.mscbs.gob.es/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/documentos/instruccionesPruebasDiagnosticasEmpresas.pdf

"In Spain, with nearly 200,000 confirmed cases and more than 20,000 deaths, authorities said at the weekend they would hold off on lifting one of Europe’s tightest lockdowns" https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/apr/19/israel-and-south-korea-to-ease-coronavirus-lockdowns

Strict lockdown. Movement only for essential journeys. https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/covid-19-spain-s-lockdown-to-be-extended-till-april-25/1792351

Children allowed outside the house for first time in 6 weeks. Lockdown remains. /web/20200430093902/ https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/coronavirus-spain-children-lockdown-lifted-barcelona-cases-a9485181.html

Talks to reopen EU internal borders, but still not confirmed when: https://www.elconfidencial.com/espana/2020-04-29/sanidad-desescalada-responsabilidad-superar-8-semanas_2572512/

Outdoor exercise is now permitted from 6 to 10 am and from 8 to 11 pm "desde el día 2 ya se puede pasear y hacer deporte de 6 a 10 de la mañana y de 20 a 23 horas." https://www.goal.com/es/noticias/cuando-termina-la-cuarentena-por-el-coronavirus-en-espana/1u37kn86zucua19jhudclwqvig

El Hierro, La Graciosa, La Gomera & Formentera entered phase 1 of the reopening of the lockdown. Now restaurants, bars, and hotels can operate at 50% of their capacity. Retailers can operate at 30% of their capacity. https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4245849/0/fase-1-la-graciosa-el-hierro-la-gomera-formentera-que-se-puede-hacer-que-no/

El Hierro, La Graciosa, La Gomera & Formentera entered phase 1 of the reopening of the lockdown. Now gatherings of 10 people are allowed in these provinces. https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4245849/0/fase-1-la-graciosa-el-hierro-la-gomera-formentera-que-se-puede-hacer-que-no/

The government announced unemployment subsidies for house workers (70% of their regulatory base, that cannot be more than the minimum wage of 950 monthly euros) and temporary workers whose contracts have been ended because of the COVID-19 crisis (430 monthly euros). Both are less than the median wage of 5020 euros ( http://www.salaryexplorer.com/salary-survey.php?loc=203&loctype=1) Official newspaper: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/04/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-4801.pdf

Contact tracing efforts are being scaled up as many provinces enter phase 1 of the easing of the lockdown. However, the implementation is still up to the provincial governments. https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020-05-10/los-call-center-se-suman-a-la-lucha-contra-el-virus.html

Now Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, País Vasco, La Rioja, Navarra, Aragón, Extremadura, & Murcia, the autonomous cities of Ceuta & Melilla, and some parts of Castilla-La Mancha, Andalucía, Cataluña & the Comunidad Valenciana have joined the islands provinces in the phase 1. https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4253507/0/ya-estoy-fase-uno-que-tiene-pasar-fase-2-que-podre-hacer/

Now Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, País Vasco, La Rioja, Navarra, Aragón, Extremadura, & Murcia, the autonomous cities of Ceuta & Melilla, and some parts of Castilla-La Mancha, Andalucía, Cataluña & the Comunidad Valenciana have joined the islands provinces in the phase 1. https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4253507/0/ya-estoy-fase-uno-que-tiene-pasar-fase-2-que-podre-hacer/

The government announced a New Social Agreement that maintains until 30 June the support to furlough/unemployment insurance to the workers of those enterprises who will not be able to get back to work due to force majure. https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/presidente/actividades/Paginas/2020/110520-acuerdo-social.aspx https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/presidente/actividades/Paginas/2020/110520-acuerdo-social.aspx

Source: https://en.unesco.org/covid19/educationresponse

51% of Spanish people are living under restrictive measures. Big cities are still under strict lockdown. Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4253507/0/ya-estoy-fase-uno-que-tiene-pasar-fase-2-que-podre-hacer/

51% of Spanish people are living under restrictive measures. Big cities are still under strict lockdown. Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4253507/0/ya-estoy-fase-uno-que-tiene-pasar-fase-2-que-podre-hacer/

Restrictions on gatherings are still in place (even in cities that are leaving the quarantine). The source mentions specifically the restriction on gatherings with 10 people max. Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4253507/0/ya-estoy-fase-uno-que-tiene-pasar-fase-2-que-podre-hacer/

"Early detection of Covid-19 infection will be done by performing a PCR (or any other molecular diagnostic technique considered adequate) to ALL CASES SUSPECTED of infection in the first 24 hours." Source: https://www.mscbs.gob.es/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/documentos/instruccionesPruebasDiagnosticasEmpresas.pdf

Source: https://en.unesco.org/covid19/educationresponse

Canarias, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa and Formentera are authorized to open workplaces like some other regions in Spain. Source: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf

Canarias, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa and Formentera are authorized to organize events only if strict sanitary measures are followed (Art. 48). Source: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf

Canarias, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa and Formentera are authorized to organize gatherings with 20/50 participants max. (Art. 47). Source: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf Restrictions on gatherings in the rest of the country are still in place (even in cities that are leaving the quarantine). Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4253507/0/ya-estoy-fase-uno-que-tiene-pasar-fase-2-que-podre-hacer/

It's recommended to avoid public transport or to follow strict sanitary measures. Source: https://www.elmundo.es/economia/2020/05/21/5ec6201bfdddffdd408b457e.html

Physical activity has been allowed for those over 14 years of age who do not present symptoms of coronavirus or haven't been around anyone with coronavirus. Allowed hours: from 6:00 to 10:00 in the morning. Source: https://www.excelsior.com.mx/global/en-espana-por-fin-se-puede-salir-a-pasear-y-hacer-deporte/1379525

It is mandatory to justify the necessity of travelling (both inside and outside the country). Source: https://www.abc.es/sociedad/abci-espana-extiende-prorroga-restriccion-viajes-202005151057_video.html

Borders are still closed. https://elpais.com/espana/2020-05-19/espana-se-aparta-de-sus-vecinos-europeos-con-la-desescalada-mas-estricta-de-la-ue.html

Source: https://en.unesco.org/covid19/educationresponse

La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa y Formentera are authorized to open workplaces (Phase 3). 70% of the country is under Phase 2, which means some sectors are allowed to open. Lastly, 30% of the country is under Phase 1: all workplaces, except essential ones, are required to close. Note: I’ve coded 2T because it is the indicator that best describes the situation that affects 70% of the country. Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4275451/0/boe-publica-novedades-fase-desaparecen-todas-franjas-horarias/

Canarias, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa and Formentera are authorized to organize events only if strict sanitary measures are followed (Art. 48). Source: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf From June 1, new provinces will be allowed to organise events. See the list in p. 35858, BOE-A-2020-5469. Source: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/30/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5469.pdf

Canarias, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa and Formentera are authorized to organize gatherings with 20/50 participants max. (Art. 47). Restrictions on gatherings in the rest of the country are still in place. Source: https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2020/05/16/pdfs/BOE-A-2020-5088.pdf

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Physical activity is allowed from 6 to 10 in the morning. From June 1, hours restrictions will be removed for Canarias, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa and Formentera. Source: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/4275451/0/boe-publica-novedades-fase-desaparecen-todas-franjas-horarias/

Source: https://www.elconfidencial.com/mundo/europa/2020-05-29/paises-grecia-trafico-aereo_2616815/

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"Schools were partially reopened from 26 May. This will allow for revision classes and state exams but a full reopening is not expected until September." https://www.bbc.com/news/explainers-52575313

Starting from May 27, the Spanish government lifted the lockdown rules on exercises and walks for regions in Phase 2 and 3 (100% of the country). Restrictions still apply to people over 70 years old, that can practice outdoors activities from 10-12 AM and 7-8 PM. Sources: https://www.spainenglish.com/2020/06/05/lifting-lockdown-spain-full-details-phases/ *** https://www.marca.com/otros-deportes/2020/06/08/5eddffc9e2704e61098b45eb.html

17 regions are in Phase 3 from June 1, and gatherings under 20 people are allowed. Madrid, Barcelona, Lleida, Valencia, Castellón and Alicante are still in Phase 2, which means there are restrictions on gatherings of fewer than 15 people. Source: https://www.elconfidencial.com/espana/coronavirus/2020-06-05/reuniones-sociales-fase2-fase3_2607200/

Borders will remain closed until July 1. Source: https://www.economiadigital.es/politica-y-sociedad/alemania-y-austria-marginan-a-espana-en-su-reapertura-de-fronteras-a-la-ue_20071161_102.html

52% of the country is authorized to open workplaces from June 8 (Phase 3), but the BOE recommends that people continue to work from home where possible. Madrid, Barcelona, Lleida, Valencia, Castellón and Alicante are still in Phase 2, which means some sectors are allowed to open while the rest should remain close. Note: I’ve coded 1T because it is the indicator that best describes the situation that affects the majority of the country. The ‘new normality’ in Spain is expected to start from 22 June onwards, after the state of alarm ends. Source: https://www.elmundo.es/espana/2020/06/01/5ed4c57efdddff2e0c8b4623.html

Spain’s Government to Allow 100% Passenger Occupation on Public & Private Transport from Monday June 8. Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/06/06/spains-government-to-allow-100-passenger-occupation-on-public-private-transport-from-monday-june-8/

The "State of Alarm" in Spain ended on June 21. Some restrictions are still in place in Aragón, Zaragoza and Huesca. Madrid has also decided to continue with some lockdown restrictions. Workplaces, however, are now operating. Sources: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/covid-19-spain-bids-farewell-to-state-of-alarm/1884211 *** https://www.elperiodico.com/es/sociedad/20200625/desescalada-hoy-25-junio-fase-nueva-normalidad-7947181

Restrictions on gatherings depend on each "Comunidad Autónoma". The most permissive is Canarias, that allows gatherings up to 1,000 people. Source: https://www.elconfidencial.com/espana/coronavirus/2020-06-23/aforos-nueva-normalidad-espana-que-hacer_2649051/

The "State of Alarm" in Spain ended on June 21. Masks will remain mandatory whenever 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) of distance cannot be kept between people. Source: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/covid-19-spain-bids-farewell-to-state-of-alarm/1884211

The "State of Alarm" in Spain ended on June 21. Source: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/covid-19-spain-bids-farewell-to-state-of-alarm/1884211

Borders have been opened for EU flights only. Screening protocols in place in all airports. Source: https://www.infobae.com/america/mundo/2020/06/21/espana-abre-sus-fronteras-y-apuesta-al-turismo-para-maquillar-su-peor-tragedia-economica-desde-la-guerra-civil/

Still current: https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

"The Spanish government has agreed to extend the country’s emergency paid leave schemes for an additional three months to the end of September — a costly measure that business and unions say is essential to prevent the widespread collapse of companies and job destruction. The temporary schemes, known as ERTEs, had been due to expire on June 30 and currently cover more than 2m people who hope to return to their jobs as the crisis eases but who are far from sure of doing so." https://www.ft.com/content/be232674-6c3b-46a2-8987-10b3e2ad3176; https://www.ft.com/content/be232674-6c3b-46a2-8987-10b3e2ad3176

"The government in Spain's Catalonia region has re-imposed coronavirus controls on an area of 210,000 people after a sharp rise in infections."; "Within the area, gatherings will be limited to 10 people" https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53291281

"The government in Spain's Catalonia region has re-imposed coronavirus controls on an area of 210,000 people after a sharp rise in infections." https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53291281

"The government in Spain's Catalonia region has re-imposed coronavirus controls on an area of 210,000 people after a sharp rise in infections. President Quim Torra said no-one would be allowed to enter or leave Segrià, an agricultural area west of Barcelona which includes the city of Lleida." https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53291281

"Officials in Spain's north-western region of Galicia have re-imposed restrictions on an area of 70,000 people following a Covid-19 outbreak."; "Gatherings will be limited to 10 people" https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53299544

"Regional health officials announced on Sunday that travel in and out of A Marina would be severely restricted for five days - although people would remain free to move around the area." https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53299544

Local lockdowns in Spain involve new restrictions on some sectors of the economy. In the city of Lleida, for example, hotels have been forced to close again, while restaurants and bars are only allowed to provide collection or delivery services. https://archive.vn/REnfW

Some localities in Spain have implemented new lockdowns to cope with emerging COVID-19 breakouts. The city of Lleida, for example, is now requiring people to stay at home unless they are going to work or to buy essential supplies. https://archive.vn/REnfW

Schools remain closed until September, except for graduating classes. In May-June, however, some institutions reopened before the intended date (September). https://www.abc.es/sociedad/abci-estos-colegios-decidieron-abrir-antes-septiembre-hacen-frente-coronavirus-202006150137_noticia.html?ref= https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F

As of 9 August, the town of Aranda del Duero (32,000 people) remains under strict local lockdown. Some sectors and workers are still allowed. Other regions in Spain, including in the Basque Country, Catalonia and Aragon regions, have also implemented local lockdowns. https://www.abc.es/espana/castilla-leon/abci-junta-confina-tambien-aranda-duero-semanas-alta-incidencia-covid-202008061407_noticia.html

As of 9 August, the town of Aranda del Duero (32,000 people) remains under strict local lockdown. Some sectors and workers are still allowed. Other regions in Spain, including in the Basque Country, Catalonia and Aragon regions, have also implemented local lockdowns. https://www.abc.es/espana/castilla-leon/abci-junta-confina-tambien-aranda-duero-semanas-alta-incidencia-covid-202008061407_noticia.html

As of 9 August, the town of Aranda del Duero (32,000 people) remains under strict local lockdown. Some sectors and workers are still allowed. Other regions in Spain, including in the Basque Country, Catalonia and Aragon regions, have also implemented local lockdowns. https://www.abc.es/espana/castilla-leon/abci-junta-confina-tambien-aranda-duero-semanas-alta-incidencia-covid-202008061407_noticia.html

Public transport is running normally in Spain. The Ministry of Transport includes in its website advice on the use of face masks and other regulations to reduce the spread of the virus. https://www.mitma.gob.es/ministerio/covid-19/covid-19-campana-usuarios-transporte-publico

As of 9 August, the town of Aranda del Duero (32,000 people) remains under strict local lockdown. Some sectors and workers are still allowed. Other regions in Spain, including in the Basque Country, Catalonia and Aragon regions, have also implemented local lockdowns. https://www.abc.es/espana/castilla-leon/abci-junta-confina-tambien-aranda-duero-semanas-alta-incidencia-covid-202008061407_noticia.html

As of 9 August, the town of Aranda del Duero (32,000 people) remains under strict local lockdown. Some sectors and workers are still allowed. Other regions in Spain, including in the Basque Country, Catalonia and Aragon regions, have also implemented local lockdowns. https://www.abc.es/espana/castilla-leon/abci-junta-confina-tambien-aranda-duero-semanas-alta-incidencia-covid-202008061407_noticia.html

No recent policy changes found in international travel controls. Travels between EU countries are still available, but travelers from other regions are still banned to enter the country.

The temporary schemes program (ERTEs), which was expected to take place until September, has been extended until December 2020. https://www.dw.com/es/espa%C3%B1a-extender%C3%A1-a-diciembre-los-ertes/a-54405196

No recent policy changes found in regards to debt/contract relief

Official websites of the Spanish government are updated on a regular basis with information regarding the pandemic https://www.mscbs.gob.es/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/home.htm

No recent changes found on testing policy

No recent changes found on testing policy

On August 18th, the court extended Aranda de Duero’s local lockdown, which came into effect, on August 7th, to August 21st. See EFE website, archived: https://www.efe.com/efe/espana/sociedad/el-juzgado-prorroga-aislamiento-de-aranda-duero-hasta-los-14-dias/10004-4321872 The local lockdown includes social gatherings being restricted to 10 people or less. See La País website, archived: https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020-08-06/la-junta-de-castilla-y-leon-confina-aranda-de-duero-ante-la-elevada-tasa-de-contagios.html

On August 18th, the court extended Aranda de Duero’s local lockdown, which came into effect, on August 7th, to August 21st. See EFE website, archived: https://www.efe.com/efe/espana/sociedad/el-juzgado-prorroga-aislamiento-de-aranda-duero-hasta-los-14-dias/10004-4321872 The lockdown measures include social gatherings being restricted to 10 people or less. See La País website, archived: https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020-08-06/la-junta-de-castilla-y-leon-confina-aranda-de-duero-ante-la-elevada-tasa-de-contagios.html

On August 18th, the court extended Aranda de Duero’s local lockdown, which came into effect, on August 7th, to August 21st. See EFE website, archived: https://www.efe.com/efe/espana/sociedad/el-juzgado-prorroga-aislamiento-de-aranda-duero-hasta-los-14-dias/10004-4321872 During the 2-week Aranda de Duero lockdown, “people will be able to circulate around the place, go out to the street or go to the terraces”. “Mobility within the locality itself is allowed, although the entry and exit of people in Aranda de Duero will be limited.” See La País website, archived: https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020-08-06/la-junta-de-castilla-y-leon-confina-aranda-de-duero-ante-la-elevada-tasa-de-contagios.html Despite these allowances, within Aranda de Duero, travel and non-essential activities are discouraged. See ABC website, archived: https://www.abc.es/espana/castilla-leon/abci-junta-confina-tambien-aranda-duero-semanas-alta-incidencia-covid-202008061407_noticia.html

On August 18th, the court extended Aranda de Duero’s local lockdown, which came into effect, on August 7th, to August 21st. See EFE website, archived: https://www.efe.com/efe/espana/sociedad/el-juzgado-prorroga-aislamiento-de-aranda-duero-hasta-los-14-dias/10004-4321872 During the two-week Aranda de Duero lockdown, “mobility within the locality itself is allowed, although the entry and exit of people in Aranda de Duero will be limited unless they have justification in the form of work reasons, travel for health reasons, return to personal residence, care for the elderly or of vulnerable people or other causes of force majeure.” See La País website, archived: https://elpais.com/sociedad/2020-08-06/la-junta-de-castilla-y-leon-confina-aranda-de-duero-ante-la-elevada-tasa-de-contagios.html

On August 14th, “The Ministry of Health and the regional governments have unanimously agreed, at the Inter-territorial Council held on an extraordinary basis, to coordinated public health actions to respond to the increase in cases of COVID-19”. “Nightlife is currently the origin of the epidemic spikes with the largest number of associated cases - an average of 31 - and moreover, these are the spikes that are the origin of a large number of community transmissions at this time and of cases in several autonomous regions. Accordingly, one of the measures consists of the closure of nightclubs, dance halls and late night bars with and without live music.” See the Gobierno de España website, archived: https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/Paginas/2020/20200814_coordinatedactio.aspx