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Article 155 of the Spanish Constitution

Article 155 of the Spanish Constitution grants the central government the authority to intervene in and take control of an autonomous community if it acts against the country’s laws, or threatens its stability or functioning. This measure is intended to ensure compliance with the constitution and maintain national unity. It is a specialized tool used only when necessary, with the aim of safeguarding legal order and the proper functioning of Spain’s autonomous regions. The article is rarely applied and emphasizes the constitutional balance between regional autonomy and national sovereignty.