Advantages of wind energy in SpainInexhaustible, harmless, clean, safe, compatible and adaptable are just some of the characteristics of wind energy, a fundamental source of energy for the European and global ecological transition and for which Spain is the leading producer.Read more
The Interlocutor Único de Nudo (IUN)Royal Decree 1183/2020, of 29th December 2020, includes substantial modification regarding the granting procedure concerning grid connection feed-in permits for energy projects in Spain. Important innovations concern notably the unification of the award procedure and the often-criticised ‘Interlocutor Único de Nudo’ (IUN).Read more
Management control over the employees in SpainUnder article 20.3 of the Workers’ Statute, companies in Spain may adopt measures for surveillance and control of their workers. The new technological developments, however, limit this power in terms of the control systems used.Read more
Regulation for grid connection and feed-in permits in SpainThe new regulations for grid connection and feed-in permits in Spain aim to solve the existing problems and increase the investment in photovoltaic projects in Spain.Read more
The uncompensated post-contractual non-competition clause in Spanish employment contractsArticle 21 of the Workers’ Statute (“ET”) regulates the post-contractual non-competition clause in Spain. One requirement for its validity establishes that an “adequate financial compensation is paid to the worker”.Read more
The rights of minority shareholders in SpainThe rights of minority shareholders in Spain include getting documentation and information, requesting a notary at the meeting to record the minutes, or withdrawing from the company, among others.Read more
Bankruptcy in Spain (3): Directors’ Liability in bankruptcy proceedingsAlthough Royal Decree-Law 5/2021 exempts directors from the duty to file for insolvency proceedings, it does not exempt them from the responsibility to avoid the winding-up of the company.Read more
Bankruptcy in Spain (2): Mechanisms and measures to prevent corporate insolvency in SpainPre-bankruptcy mechanisms and labour, corporate or procedural measures can prevent and restrain the high number of insolvency filings expected following the insolvency moratorium in Spain.Read more
Corporate and contractual flexibility measures in SpainIn Spain, the trend towards digitalisation of company law was already a fact born with the amendment of the Capital Companies Act dated on 2011. The new mechanisms introduced because of Covid-19 have boosted them.Read more
Bankruptcy in Spain (1): New moratorium to request insolvencyOfficial data reveal a sharp increase in insolvency filings in 2021. Estimates suggest that after the extended moratorium on insolvency proceedings until 31 December, the number of insolvency proceedings will rise significantly.Read more