Tax hikes were essential to avoid bailout, Rajoy tells own party
PM defends himself from internal criticism from PP barons
Brussels shoots down PSOE’s plans for rescue fund
Commissioners say funds from bank bailout cannot be used for other purposes
Justice à la carte
Judicial reforms being introduced by the government of Argentina undermine the separation of powers
Fernández presses ahead
Inflation, accusations of corruption and concerns over judicial reform are beleaguering a government deaf to criticism
Activity in services sector at lowest ebb for the year
Spanish Purchasing Managers’ Index shows negative outlook for the 22nd straight month
Jobless claims fall for second month in a row in April thanks to hostelry sector
Economy minister welcomes the figures as indicating a turning point
Bad blood
Hispano-German relations have plunged into an abyss of distrust, and a crossfire of negative perceptions
Gloves off: Madrid forcibly retires 700 senior health professionals
College of Medicine says surprise move will cause disruption to patients
"We feel tricked" say the small solar power investors facing bankruptcy
Government backtracks on subsidies, leaving 30,000 households with huge loans
Your home is not a hotel
Government to change law on renting out of privately owned properties to tourists Hotel owners say this tourism conflict can be resolved with regulation
Galaxy S4 beats iPhone on points
Apple’s smartphone can still hold its own against high-level competitors Company’s designs are increasingly similar but software makes the difference