Politics·El País·3d agoSpain
Madrid ends medieval open council in La Hiruela
Villagers lose direct democracy after 40 years
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Madrid abolished the medieval open council system in La Hiruela, ending the last such municipality in the region. Residents and the mayor oppose the decision, citing loss of direct democracy.
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open councilLa HiruelaMadridlocal governmentdemocracy
