SPAIN'S POLITICS
DEMOCRACY
Spain is a democracy. There is freedom, justice and equality.
The United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights establishes human rights for all. We all have rights, but also we have responsibilities.
DIVISION OF POWERS
The Legislative power is exercised by the Parliament. It is made up of two houses: the Congress and the Senate.
The Executive power is exercised by the Government, The Government headquarters is The Moncloa Palace.
The Judicial Power is exercised by the judicial system. Judges work in courts and tribunals.
HOW IS SPAIN ORGANISED?
Spain's 1978 Constitution also established the organisation of the regions. There are 17 autonomous communities and two autonomous cities, Ceuta and Melilla.
Each autonomous community has its own Statute of Autonomy. They define:
- the territory of each community.
- the governmental institutions.
- its official language(s), flag, coat of arms and anthem.
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