Spain’s Supreme Court has maintained the suspension of voting rights for individuals nationalized under the so-called ‘ley de nietos’ (grandchild law) for the upcoming elections on November 29th. The court rejected a request from the Abogacía del Estado (State Attorney’s Office) to lift the suspension. This law concerns those who gained Spanish nationality through descent via grandparents. The decision impacts a significant number of individuals, currently estimated at 163,020 people, who are now unable to participate in the upcoming elections. The State Attorney’s Office had argued against the suspension, seeking to restore their electoral rights. The court's ruling effectively confirms the ongoing legal dispute concerning the eligibility of these nationals to vote in Spain. This development is expected to further fuel debate surrounding nationality laws and political participation within Spain.

English
Français
Español
हिन्दी
中文