The EU requires registration of copper tube imports from four countries to enable retroactive anti-dumping tariffs if dumping is confirmed.
European copper tube importers and industrial sectors using them
The rules governing several aid programs managed by Sepides within the European Recovery Plan are updated. The changes affect the conditions and requirements for accessing these subsidies.
Companies and entities applying for aid managed by Sepides with Next Generation EU funds
The Bank of Spain updates the official reference indices used to calculate the interest on variable-rate mortgages. This data affects periodic reviews of mortgage payments.
Holders of variable-rate mortgages and financial institutions
The EU expands the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund to help workers before dismissal occurs in restructuring companies.
Workers at risk of collective dismissal, companies undergoing restructuring and EU Member States
16 May 2026
6/10
Public Sector
Effective: 12/05/2026
Rules and schedule are established for local entities with debts to finance payment to their suppliers. Adjustment plans that must be presented to access this financing are also regulated.
Local entities with debts to suppliers, companies and self-employed creditors of municipalities
Regional decree-law introducing urgent changes in taxation, administrative simplification, urban planning, housing and public personnel during the budget extension period.
Citizens, companies, real estate developers, public employees and taxpayers
The EU imposes provisional tariffs on imports of polyester non-woven fabrics (PET) from China to protect European manufacturers from dumping.
Importers, distributors and manufacturers using non-woven PET fabrics as raw materials in the EU
08 May 2026
6/10
Public Sector
Effective: 01/01/2026
Cantabria approves its public accounts for 2026. It establishes the spending and investment of the autonomous community during the year.
Citizens, companies, public employees and entities that operate or receive funds from Cantabria
The maximum amounts financed by SEPE per hour of training in alternating work contracts are updated. It affects companies that use this contractual modality to train young workers.
Companies with alternating work contracts, training centers and SEPE
The European Commission publishes a guide for companies and organisations to better manage risks associated with their suppliers. It seeks to strengthen the resilience of European supply chains.
Companies, SMEs and public bodies with supply chains or critical suppliers