The British Ambassador to Spain, Giles Paxman said: “This is a real step forward for owners of illegally built properties in Andalucía. The decree should enable thousands of people whose properties have been declared illegal to comply with the law and gain access to essential services. Of course, there will be some properties built on specially protected land or in dangerous locations which it will not be possible to legalise. But the announcement will bring relief and hope to many people whose lives have been blighted by property and planning irregularities. We will continue to work with the Andalusian authorities on this issue.”
British Embassy welcomes announcement
