Editorial: La Vanguardia

• The Organic Law on Protection of Public Security, known as the 'gag law', has been a recurring focus of criticism due to its perceived impact on civil rights, including freedom of expression and assembly.
• The law, implemented during a time of social unrest, has remained in effect under the People's Party for nearly a decade.
• Leftist forces have sought reform during this time, but differences amongst various parties have delayed this review.
• The two parties making up the government coalition, PSOE and Sumar, overcome differences with EH Bildu, a significant advance towards reform.
• Changes include curbing the use by police forces of rubber bullets and downgrading disobedience to the police from a serious to a minor offense.
• Issues regarding the Foreigners Law and border practices for migrants will also be addressed.

Conclusion: The easing of political tensions means that the long-criticized restructuring of the 'gag law' can finally move forward. A suitable balance between civil rights and police proportionality is essential in an advanced society.

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