Parliament of Catalonia facts for kids
The Parliament of Catalonia (Catalan: Parlament de Catalunya; Spanish: Parlamento de Cataluña; Occitan: Parlament de Catalonha) is the main law-making body for the region of Catalonia in Spain. It is made up of 135 elected members, called deputies. These deputies are chosen by the people of Catalonia every four years. The building where the Parliament meets is in Ciutadella Park in the city of Barcelona.
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What is the Parliament of Catalonia?
The Parliament of Catalonia is a special group of people who make laws for Catalonia. It is a "unicameral" legislature. This means it has one main group of lawmakers, not two. These lawmakers are called deputies. They represent the different areas and people of Catalonia. Their job is to discuss important issues and create rules that help the region.
How are Members Chosen?
Every four years, people in Catalonia vote to choose their deputies. There are 135 deputies in total. Once elected, these deputies meet in the Parliament building. They work on new laws and decide how Catalonia should be run.
Where Does the Parliament Meet?
The Parliament's home is a beautiful building in Parc de la Ciutadella in Barcelona. This park is a well-known place in the city. The building is called the Palace of the Parliament. It is where all the important meetings and votes happen.
Recent Elections and Changes
Elections for the Parliament happen regularly. The most recent elections were held on 21 December 2017. Sometimes, special elections are called if the Parliament is dissolved before its four-year term ends. For example, the Parliament was dissolved on 27 October 2017, and new elections were called soon after. This ensures that the people always have a say in who represents them.
Images for kids
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The front of the Palace of Parliament building.
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The main room where the Parliament members meet.
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A former leader giving a speech at the Parliament of Catalonia.
See also
In Spanish: Parlamento de Cataluña para niños
