Javier Sáenz de Cosculluela facts for kids
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Javier Luis Sáenz de Cosculluela was born on October 11, 1944, in Logroño, Spain. He is a Spanish politician and a lawyer. He held important government positions, serving as a Minister during the time Felipe González was the Prime Minister of Spain.
Early Life and Education
Javier Sáenz de Cosculluela studied law at the University of Barcelona. He chose to specialize in labor law, which deals with rules for workers and jobs. During the 1970s, he was involved in political activities. These activities were against the government of Francoist Spain, which was a time when Spain was ruled by a dictator.
He secretly joined the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) in 1973. He also became a member of the General Union of Workers (UGT), which is a large workers' union. He was one of the people who helped start the Socialist Federation in the region of La Rioja.
Political Career
In 1977, Javier Sáenz de Cosculluela was chosen as a Deputy for Logroño. A Deputy is like a representative elected to the Congress, which is part of Spain's government. He was re-elected five more times, serving until 1996.
He held a very important job as the Minister of Public Works and Transport. This role meant he was in charge of things like roads, bridges, and transportation systems in Spain.
After his time as a Minister, he continued to be involved in public life. On June 6, 2008, he was named the new President of the National Association of Community Managers (AERCO).
Key Roles Held
- General Secretary of the PSOE of La Rioja (1973-1981): He led the Socialist Party in the La Rioja region.
- Deputy for La Rioja in the Congress of Deputies (1977-1996): He represented the people of La Rioja in the Spanish Parliament.
- General Secretary of the Socialist Group in the Congress of Deputies (1981-1982): He was a key leader for the Socialist Party members in Congress.
- Spokesman of the Socialist Group in the Congress of Deputies (1982-1985): He was the main person who spoke for the Socialist Party in Congress.
- Minister of Public Works and Transportation of Spain (1985-1991): He was in charge of public construction and transport for the whole country.
See also
In Spanish: Javier Sáenz de Cosculluela para niños
