Politics
This week was dominated by the Municipal Council meeting, which gave initial approval to the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) Project and the new bylaw regulating the circulation of the most polluting vehicles in Sant Just. During the session, councillors also approved the municipal surcharge on the tourist tax and an agreement with the Catalan Tax Agency to manage its collection. The meeting concluded with an intervention from the support group for a young woman from Sant Just and a young man from Esplugues facing legal proceedings related to the Autumn Festival events, calling on the town council to join the case as a private prosecutor. This week also saw the announcement that Berta Martí will be the Comuns Sant Just candidate in the 2027 municipal elections, while Ràdio Desvern interviewed Gina Clavijo, spokesperson for VOX Sant Just, to discuss local political affairs.
Sports
It has been a busy week for local sports. La Bonaigua unveiled its inaugural pickleball event, featuring a free Open Play session and an American-style tournament open to different categories. However, the kickboxing and martial arts event scheduled for 27 June was cancelled due to the extreme heat, in order to ensure the safety of participants, spectators and staff.
Culture
Live music will once again fill the streets with a new edition of Terrasses Musicals, bringing four concerts to different venues across Sant Just over the weekend. The winning poster for the 2026 Sant Just Festival was also unveiled. Created by local designer Luis Alonso, it will become the official image of next year's celebration.
Community
The Solidança Foundation has opened a new training center aimed at improving employment opportunities for people in vulnerable situations. The new facility offers courses tailored to local business needs, practical training spaces and personalized support. Meanwhile, the Les Basses de Sant Pere neighborhood is celebrating another edition of its traditional Sant Pere Festival, featuring a community dinner, live music and a DJ.
Youth
The Youth Centre is organizing another Open Night at Sala Utopia, exceptionally extending its opening hours with a special program including games, tournaments, workshops and music.
Education
The Local Catalan Language Service will open registration for its A1.1 intensive beginner Catalan course on 30 June and 1 July. The course is aimed at people with no previous knowledge of Catalan. Registration requires a prior appointment and will take place at the service's office in Les Escoles.
Mobility
The Barcelona Metropolitan Area (AMB) has launched a new edition of the Biciempresa program, allowing businesses and professionals to borrow bicycles temporarily to encourage sustainable commuting. The public was also informed about the reinforced public transport services during the Sant Joan festivities, including continuous TRAM service and extended operating hours for the metro, FGC, Rodalies commuter trains and Nitbus services.
Safety
Ahead of the Sant Joan celebrations, Civil Protection and the Rural Agents reminded residents of the main safety measures for using fireworks and bonfires. Recommendations included ensuring that bonfires are properly authorized, respecting access restrictions to Collserola Natural Park due to wildfire risk and African swine fever measures, and using only approved fireworks and materials.
You can check all upcoming activities in Sant Just at this link.
