Popular Party closes ranks after internal criticism of PM
Former Madrid premier Esperanza Aguirre had criticized Rajoy for tax rises
Former Madrid premier Esperanza Aguirre had criticized Rajoy for tax rises
PP rejects move to impose new approach in opposition grouping on others
The conservatives and Beijing’s government grouping sign “memorandum for understanding and exchange”
The king's personal friend Corinna zu Sayn-Wittgenstein said she carried out "classified" work
María Dolores de Cospedal is latest government official to call protestors Nazis

Protestors say there are no more avenues for their mortgage reform campaign Police told to identify doorstep demonstrators with first fines in the pipeline
Socialists demand explanation of ruling party’s “lies” over Bárcenas papers

Former Popular Party lawmaker threatens to beat up “hippie” demonstrators

Leading Socialist José Blanco says he is prepared to relinquish his right to immunity as a deputy
Secretary general claims that Bárcenas was receiving a “simulation” salary until January of this year
Cabin crew and ground staff observe fourth day of stoppages as 280 flights canceled
De Cospedal refuses to clarify whether prime minister was advised of move
Gürtel official suspect Jesús Sepúlveda was a paid advisor for the party

De Cospedal announces “a dozen” high-ranking party figures to publish financial details

Secretary general De Cospedal says Bárcenas papers published in EL PAÍS are false
Former PM’s legal move causes unease

Deputy PM denies knowledge of any such payments Scandal-hit Bárcenas retains office in Popular Party headquarters
Popular Party, Socialists looking to cap mayoral salaries
Rajoy recognizes that first year in government has been one of "pain and suffering"
CiU will meet with ERC and Socialists to try to form a government Regional premier's political partner denies pressure for leader's resignation
Structure is "incoherent and absurd," writes PP official

Prime minister gets few months of calm as he looks ahead to a possible bailout Regional premier Feijóo’s victory puts him first in line as next PP leader

Rajoy facing tough questions about austerity burden Conservatives also to vent anger at Catalan separatist moves
Jobless with two or more dependents to receive 450 euros, up from 399

Three former GRAPO members detained after 17-year kidnapping investigation ends

General Council of the Judiciary needs overhaul to regain public confidence
Prime minister avoids making direct reference to Sunday’s protests