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Ouigo Strike Canceled, EU Import Tax, Water Alert

Ouigo train strikes are canceled, EU imposes new import tax, and water scarcity alerts issued in Galicia.

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Business conditions in Spain remain stable as Ouigo cancels train strikes, easing travel disruptions, while the EU's new import tax raises costs for importers. Water scarcity in Galicia prompts conservation measures but does not significantly alter business operations.

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In this briefing European Union · Ouigo · Galicia

Regulation

  • Retail
  • Logistics

EU imposes new customs processing fee on imports

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The European Union has introduced a new customs processing fee for packages entering the EU from outside the bloc, La Razon reports. This fee, known as the customs processing charge, is intended to cover the costs of managing and supervising incoming packages. The charge adds to the existing customs duty of three euros for shipments valued under 150 euros, which was implemented in July. This change will affect consumers and businesses purchasing from platforms like Shein, Temu, and AliExpress.

Impact Importers and consumers using platforms like Shein and AliExpress will face higher costs due to the new EU customs processing fee.

Sources: La Razon ↗, 20minutos.es ↗

Disruption

  • Logistics
  • Tourism

Ouigo train strikes canceled after union agreement

Ouigo train drivers have canceled planned strikes for November and December after reaching an agreement with the company, according to 20minutos.es. The strikes, which were set for November 6 and 9 and December 4 and 8, had previously led to the cancellation of all high-speed train services on October 31 and November 2. The agreement ensures that scheduled train services will operate normally on the affected dates.

Impact Travelers and logistics firms relying on Ouigo trains will avoid disruptions on key dates, ensuring continuity of services.

Sources: 20minutos.es ↗, Invertia.com ↗, elcorreo.com ↗, La Razon ↗

Safety & health

  • Public sector
  • Agriculture

Water scarcity alert issued for Galicia regions

Authorities have issued a water scarcity alert for several areas in Galicia, including Vigo, Ferrol, A Coruña, and Pontevedra, La Voz de Galicia reports. The alert extends to 59 municipalities, adding to the regions of Lérez and Anllóns, which were already under alert. The scarcity is due to low water levels in these areas, prompting local governments to urge residents and businesses to conserve water.

Impact Agricultural operations and public services in affected Galicia regions must adapt to water conservation measures due to scarcity alerts.

Sources: La Voz de Galicia ↗

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