Jaime Ignacio del Burgo facts for kids
Jaime Ignacio del Burgo Tajadura was born in Pamplona, Spain, in 1942. He is a lawyer, a historian, and a politician from Navarra. Navarra is a special region in Spain that has its own unique laws and government, but it is still part of the country of Spain.
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Who is Jaime Ignacio del Burgo?
Jaime Ignacio del Burgo studied law and earned a special degree called a Doctor in Law from the University of Deusto. He also used to teach about Navarra's special laws at the University of Navarra. He is recognized for his knowledge and has been invited to join several important groups, like the Royal Academy of History.
His Political Journey
Jaime Ignacio del Burgo has had a long and active career in politics.
Helping Write the Spanish Constitution
In 1977, he was chosen to be a Senator. Senators are like representatives in a country's government. He served two times, from 1977 to 1982 and again from 1986 to 1989. During his first time as Senator, he played a big part in writing the Spanish Constitution of 1978. This is the main set of laws that guides Spain today.
In 1979, he was elected to the Parliament of Navarra. He also became the president of Navarra's first local government, called the Provincial Council. This was a very important role in helping Navarra manage itself.
Serving in the Spanish Congress
Later, in 1989, he was elected to the Spanish Congress of Deputies. This is another important part of Spain's national government. He held this position for many years, until 2008. From 2002 to 2004, he was even the president of the Constitutional Commission of Congress, which deals with laws related to the Constitution.
Throughout his political life, Jaime Ignacio del Burgo strongly believed that Navarra should be free to make its own decisions. He worked hard to make sure Navarra kept its special historical rights. He is known for helping to create the "Improvement of the regional regime of Navarra." This important document protects Navarra's unique laws and traditions, which are also respected by the Spanish Constitution. He believed that Navarra should not be forced to join the Basque Country, another region in Spain.
Important Books
Jaime Ignacio del Burgo has written many books, more than 40 in total! Many of his books are about the history and special laws of Navarra. Some of his well-known works include:
- "Origin and foundation of the Foral Regime in Navarra" (1968)
- "Navarra is freedom" (1999)
- "History of Navarre" (2013), which he wrote with his father.
- "The Improvement of the Jurisdiction. The house of the Navarrese people" (2023)
Family Life
Jaime Ignacio del Burgo is the son of Jaime del Burgo Torres, who was also a politician. Jaime Ignacio del Burgo is married and has six children.
