Estatut d'Autonomia de Catalunya

The Estatut d’Autonomia de Catalunya is a legal framework that grants Catalonia its own governmental powers and defines its authority within Spain. Approved in 1979, it establishes Catalonia’s political institutions, such as the government and parliament, and outlines competencies like education, health, and culture. The statute recognizes Catalonia as a distinct national community with its own identity and legal status. While it operates within the Spanish constitution, it allows Catalonia a degree of self-governance, balancing regional autonomy with national unity. It is a foundational document that affirms Catalonia’s political and cultural recognition within Spain.