TIME TO SHUT UP!

SPAIN’S ombudsman has called on councils to do something about the noise caused by outdoor cafes, bars and restaurants, and crowds celebrating large events.

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The platform, created by Ramon Pradera, showcases more than 300 villages all over the country, from

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It points to the ‘hundreds of complaints’ it receives every year about the issue, and has reminded local leaders that they must ‘guarantee’ citizens’ right to peace.

The call came in the 2022 annual activity report from the ombudsman, which particularly singled out Barcelona, Bilbao and Madrid.