AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood policy shock: Spain’s snap election has wiped out the terrace smoking ban and other unfinished laws, while the government scrambles to re-approve housing decrees—everything not passed before parliament dissolves is effectively dead for the next term. Bank holiday logistics: October 12 (Spain’s National Day) brings closures for banks, schools and most offices, but many restaurants and bars stay open; shop openings vary by region and chain, so shoppers need to check hours. Dealcoholized wine push: Henkell Freixenet is expanding premium alcohol-free sparkling production at its Wiesbaden site with Solos’ Aroma Recovery System to better preserve aroma and sensory identity. Food waste law twist: Parliament approved Spain’s first Food Loss and Waste law, but wolf protection rules were left in a regulatory limbo after last-minute changes. On-the-ground safety tech: Spanish researchers unveiled a portable device that can detect “Devil’s Breath” (scopolamine) in drinks in minutes via a color change. Tourism & dining: Mallorca tightens cruise rules with a cap of three ships per day and 7,500 passengers total, as the island continues pushing back on over-tourism. Local hospitality inclusion: A San Javier bar reopened with a new team that includes six people with disabilities, backed by AIDEMAR.
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