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Draft Law on assistance dogs approved to guarantee their access to public places

With the conclusion of the draft law on assistance dogs, the Generalitat advances accessibility and inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
The rights of those who rely on these animals for their daily mobility and safety are updated and strengthened by this new law, which ensures their access to any environment.
Before the Consell Jurídic Consultiu issues its opinion before parliamentary procedure, the paper was sent to the Consell Plenary Session today, Tuesday 11th March, for approval.
The significance of this legislative update has been emphasised by Susana Camarero, the First Vice President and Minister of Social Services, Equality, and Housing, who has stated that “with this new regulation, we guarantee that all people who need an assistance dog have the appropriate legal support.”
Due to the fact that “this decree represents a real step forward in accessibility and inclusion,” Susana Camarero has emphasised the benefits of this change. Our goal is to create a society where everyone may exercise their rights with assurance, free from limitations and prejudice.
The rule considers expanding the beneficiary groups, such as assistance dogs for those with autism spectrum disorders or support dogs for the early identification of sensory disconnection in conditions like diabetes or epilepsy.
One of the significant aspects of the new law is that it specifically regulates assistance dogs based on their circumstances once their duty is over, safeguarding their welfare.
To ensure the legal security of individuals with disabilities and of the different agents involved in the use and training of assistance dogs, the new Act also creates updated and unambiguous requirements.
The establishment of a regulatory framework that sets assistance dogs apart from emotional support and aided therapy animals, preventing regulatory confusion, is another novel aspect.
Furthermore, there are regulations governing the training and certification of assistance dogs, which strengthens the industry’s professionalism and service quality.
Assistance dog users no longer face obstacles thanks to enhanced and comprehensive access rights to public areas, transportation, and establishments.
Additionally, an official assistance dog register will be established, enhancing oversight and traceability.
The Generalitat reaffirms its dedication to promoting the independence of those with disabilities and creating an environment that is accessible to everyone with this update.
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Two inbound flights from the UK to Alicante request police on arrival

Two flights from Edinburgh and Manchester that arrived at Alicante-Elche Airport yesterday morning, Saturday 15th March, requested the presence of police after landing as a result of the presence of disruptive passengers. Police were requested by the stewards of both flights from the United Kingdom, and the Civil Guard was present to supervise the individuals in question upon their arrival.
The X account of air traffic controllers has revealed the problematic arrival of the two aircraft, which are operated by Jet2 (LS775) and EasyJet (U2 2013). Right now, the specifics of the incident on the aircraft that necessitated the intervention of local authorities are unknown.

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Woman ran over at a bus stop in Alicante and then attacked with scissors and a knife

Accused of purposefully running over a 35-year-old woman at a bus stop in the rural district of El Rebolledo in Alicante and then attacking her with scissors and a knife, among other bladed weapons, a 37-year-old woman and her 16-year-old daughter were taken into custody by the National Police this week. Days after the two parties argued, the attack took place.
The event happened on Camino del Fardacho in El Rebolledo last Monday at approximately 11 a.m. Following their prompt response after being mobilised by the 091 dispatch team, officers from Grupo de Motos de Seguridad Ciudadana -los “Rayos” (the Citizen Security Motorcycle Group (the “Rayos”)) and the Alicante Central Police Station apprehended the two suspected offenders after the National Police received a report of a hit-and-run and assault with sharp objects at a bus stop.
The victim was hit by a car driven by a mother and her daughter as she was at a bus stop in El Rebolledo with her companion, according to police records. The accused motorist struck the victim in the leg after colliding into the bus stop and then turned around with the intention of striking her once more. After she finally pulled over, the mother and daughter used a knife and scissors to attack the wounded woman.
When receiving an 091 call, the National Police promptly responded and took the two attackers into custody when the victim’s boyfriend stepped in to stop additional beatings.
After arriving at the site, a Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulance treated the injured individual and transported her to a hospital, where she received treatment for cuts and bruises to several body regions; stitches were not required.
After that, forensic and judicial police officers showed up at the scene. They discovered the knife and scissors used in the assault when they were inspecting the detainee’s vehicle.
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In Benidorm, a repeat abuser breaks into his ex-‘s home and assaults her

A man was given a total term of two years and three months in jail by the Alicante Provincial Court. The punishment was handed out to a habitual abuser who broke into his ex-partner’s Benidorm home and assaulted her. In order to avoid calling a jury to try a breaking-and-entering case, the defendant came to an agreement whereby he entered a guilty plea to the offences.
The man was incarcerated after receiving multiple convictions for abuse and restraining order violations.
On May 6th of last year, the woman was leaving the grocery while examining her cell phone in the first of the events for which he is currently facing charges. The defendant flung her phone to the ground as he came up behind her. According to the verdict, it is established that the defendant completely disregarded the restraining order that forbade him from approaching the victim.
On May 8th, two days later, the defendant jumped through the living room window to enter the victim’s house. “If you’re not for me, you’re for no one,” he said, grabbing the victim by the hair and dragging her into the living room. He then kicked and punched her, threatening her with a screwdriver and screaming that she had sent him to jail and that he was going to kill her first, then kill himself.
During a High Court hearing this week, the man entered a guilty plea.
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