Sant Just Weekly News Summary

26-30 October.

Sant Just Weekly
Sant Just Weekly News Summary

Politics

This week, the Sant Just Desvern Town Council gave final approval to the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) and the new odour regulation. It also approved several urban planning amendments and unanimously ratified the new statutes of the Consortium for Language Normalisation.

Meanwhile, Ramon Figuera, spokesperson for Junts per Sant Just, appeared on Ràdio Desvern to discuss local political affairs. During the interview, he explained his group's abstentions in the votes on the LEZ and the odour regulation, expressing concerns about how these measures will be managed and implemented.

Society

Sant Just Desvern has joined the three days of official mourning declared following the train accident in Toledo, in solidarity with the victims and their families.

Regarding gender-based violence, the Esplugues judicial district, which includes Sant Just, recorded 77 complaints and 72 female victims during the second quarter of 2026. Nine protection orders were also requested. Across Baix Llobregat, the number of complaints rose to 654.

The Catalan Ombudswoman will respond to residents' enquiries and complaints on 4 November, either in person at the El Mil·lenari Social Centre or remotely, by appointment.

The magazine La Vall de Verç has also organised a public debate for 5 November at the Ateneu, entitled Should Limits Be Placed on Sant Just's Growth?, to discuss the town's urban and demographic development.

As for local activities, the Parents' Association of Institut Escola Mas Lluí organised a traditional Castanyada celebration in Plaça Iúlia Quieta, featuring roasted chestnuts, hot chocolate, face painting and a children's disco. The cooking workshop ‘Autumn on a Plate’ was also held at the Joan Maragall Civic Centre, led by Àlex Tubella and focusing on seasonal ingredients.

Finally, Sant Just resident Pol Tusquets presented Aeroreclaim on Ràdio Desvern, an initiative that helps airline passengers claim compensation for delays, cancellations and denied boarding.

Culture

La Nit de Sant Just al Carrer 2026 returns this Saturday after being postponed due to the risk of rain. The programme includes concerts, performances, workshops and activities for all ages, with the participation of local associations, businesses and services.

To mark All Saints' Day, the Coral Harmonia de la Gent Gran will perform a concert in memory of the deceased on 1 November at 1 pm, in the municipal cemetery chapel, conducted by Sílvia Planagumà.

A concert celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Orfeó Enric Morera choir has also been announced for 22 November at the Ateneu, featuring a musical journey from ancient times to the present day.

This week, Can Ginestar hosted two talks: A Journey Through the World of Mathematics, with Raimon Luna, and From Society to Community: What Do We Do with Those on the Margins?, with Àger Pérez, focusing on social inclusion.

The University Extension Programme for Older Adults dedicated a lecture to the Beatles, presented by Jordi Padrós, while the Soledat Sans Serafini Civic Centre hosted a Rioja and Ribera del Duero wine tasting, led by Astrid Goldstein.

Education

The Sant Just Local Catalan Language Service has scheduled two activities to encourage the use of Catalan: ‘Fem tertúlia?’ (Let's Chat?), featuring conversation sessions on Mondays throughout November, and ‘Llegim en veu alta i parlem!’ (Let's Read Aloud and Talk!), featuring shared reading sessions on Tuesdays. Both will take place at Les Escoles and require advance registration.

Economy

Sant Just recorded 15,375 salaried jobs during the third quarter of 2026, 2.4% fewer than in the same period of the previous year. This contrasts with Baix Llobregat as a whole, where salaried employment increased by 3.3%, according to the County Observatory.

Health

This week, information was also published about the mental health resources available to Sant Just residents, including healthcare, community rehabilitation, employment support, and social and family assistance.

Sports

Voleibol Sant Just continues to celebrate its victory in the 2026 Catalan Women's Super League, secured after defeating Sant Cugat 3–2 in a final decided by a tie-break. Player Andrea Bové visited Ràdio Desvern to reflect on the victory, highlight the coaching staff's work and discuss the team's objectives for the Super League 2 season, with qualification for the Copa Princesa and the promotion play-offs among its goals.

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