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Thirty startups take part in major international tech conferences
Conferences. As part of the Barcelona-Catalonia Startup Ecosystem, a programme supported by the Generalitat and the City Council.
New digital inspection system for more effective food safety controls
Health. In retail settings, its use has led to a 34% increase in the detection of non-compliance issues in food handling and processing practices compared to the traditional system.
Additional financing for Bloc4BCN
Cooperativism. €2.5 million grant to transform the Can Batlló space into a major European hub for cooperativism.
Greater return for the city from the tourist tax
Tourism. Investment in projects in the spheres of culture, management and economic promotion with a value of four million euros.
More taxes on tourism and a freeze on most taxes for citizens
By-laws. The project for the Tax By-law for 2025 should mean an additional 22.6 million euros in revenue collected by the city.
Admission price for Park Güell to cost 18 euros
Tourism. The proposal comes as part of the increase to taxes on tourism in the city.
A week to move forward with time policies
Time use. Tenth edition of Time Use Week, until 24 October.
Two reports certify Barcelona’s economic health
Economy. GDP grows by 3.8% and high-street spending is up by 7.2% compared to 2023.
Newsstands adapt to new uses
Commerce and markets. A broader range of products and services can be displayed and sold, but always with the sale of printed media as the main activity.
Reflection, innovation and dialogue take center stage on Citizen Science Day
The Gabriel García Márquez Library has been the meeting point for research and scientific dissemination professionals on the Citizen Science Day held in Barcelona on the 10 October
More lights, illuminated figures and illumination routes: Christmas 2024 in Barcelona
CHRISTMAS. This Christmas, the illuminations will light up our streets for longer: up to 1.00 am from Sunday to Thursday, and up to 2.00 am on Fridays, Saturdays and the eve of public holidays.
All kinds of activities to celebrate World Food Day in Barcelona
Workshops, talks and family activities have been organised in the city's public facilities to take a fun yet critical look at issues linked to World Food Day on 16 October.