The PSOE-A has initiated the first steps in the process to elect a new President of the Junta de Andalucia after the incumbent, José Antonio Griñán, announced his intention not to stand at the next elections. Griñan is also proposing to limit the presidency to two terms.
Attempt to avoid salary cuts for civil servants
The president of the Junta de Andalucia, José Antonio Griñán, is due to meet with the new leader of the PP-A, Juan Ignacio Zoido, to discuss a proposal by Zoido to save €500 million and avoid having to reduce the salaries of officials.
Griñán in Portugal
During an official visit to Portugal, the president of the Junta de Andalucia, José Antonio Griñán, apologised for his inability to speak Portuguese and announced his intention to make Portuguese the second foreign language in secondary schools.