Events

The situation of the democratic rule of law in Spain

Pablo de Lora, Francesc de Carreras and Andrés Betancor

The Foundation is organising the dialogue "The Situation of the Democratic Rule of Law in Spain" on 19 June 2025 at 7 p.m., with the participation of Pablo de Lora, Francesc de Carreras and Andrés Betancor.

Pablo de Lora is Professor of Philosophy of Law at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. A specialist in fundamental rights, bioethics and legal theory, Pablo de Lora has devoted his career to analysing the limits of law in democratic societies. He is the author of numerous essays on freedom, identity and personal autonomy, and a recognised voice in public debate for his clarity of argument and commitment to critical thinking.

Francesc de Carreras is Emeritus Professor of Constitutional Law at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. A leading jurist and intellectual in Spanish constitutionalism, he has devoted his career to the study of the rule of law, territorial organisation and constitutional justice. He has played an active role in public and political debate in defence of the constitutional framework and liberal democracy.Andrés Betancor is Professor of Administrative Law at CUNEF University. An expert in regulation, civil service and institutional law, he has been a lawyer at the Constitutional Court and a director of the CNMV. At the Rafael del Pino Foundation, he coordinates the series of meetings "Let's talk about institutionsThe aim of this cycle is to contribute, through dialogue, to the strengthening of the rule of law in Spain.

Andrés Betancor is Professor of Administrative Law at CUNEF University. An expert in regulation, civil service and institutional law, he has been a lawyer at the Constitutional Court and a director of the CNMV. At the Rafael del Pino Foundation, he coordinates the series of meetings "Let's talk about institutionsThe aim of this cycle is to contribute, through dialogue, to the strengthening of the rule of law in Spain.

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