Catalonia's National Day commemorations begin with traditional floral tribute
Politicians and other prominent figures lay flowers to Rafael Casanova monument in Barcelona

Politicians and other prominent figures lay flowers to Rafael Casanova monument in Barcelona
The independence movement hopes for a massive turnout on 11 September despite the pandemic and a theoretically improved political climate
Madrid withdraws 1.7 billion euro investment following backlash from environmentalists
Carlos Lesmes says sedition convictions had "nothing to do with revenge"
Speaker announces decision to recognise activists who have suffered legal persecution
A recently deceased economist and an oceanographer are recognized for their eminent and extraordinary services by the Catalan government
Catalonia has long been the territory with the highest number of toll highways in the Spanish State
Ryanair will connect the Catalan capital with Bristol, Palermo, Tallinn, Stockholm, Rabat and Oujda this winter
Attorney's office maintains accused wanted to attack "previously selected targets"
Controversial €1.7 billion plan to make airport an international hub will go ahead despite environmental concerns