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Basque Language Pact Set for Public Launch as Autumn Events Roll Out

Over 110 organizations have endorsed Kontseilua’s Batuz Aldaketa bid to accelerate Euskara’s revival.

Overview

  • Kontseilua will present its Batuz Aldaketa socio‑political proposal on Friday, with more than 110 signatories spanning ikastola networks, unions (ELA, LAB, STEILAS, ESK, HIRU, EHNE), major firms and cooperatives (including Mondragon), and the Athletic Club and Real Sociedad foundations.
  • Gipuzkoa has scheduled Lurraldebus special late‑night services on September 27 for Aizarnazabal festivities, including departures from Zumaia at 22:00 and Zestoa at 22:30 with returns at 03:30 and 03:00.
  • Elgoibar is finalizing the October 5 Kilometroak festival with three activity zones, a 1,100‑volunteer operation, on‑site dining, and a public call to use trains and special buses; tributes are planned for Maritxu Loiola and Aspanogi.
  • Hondarribia will open October information sessions to launch a municipal energy community, inviting residents and businesses to learn how to participate and benefit from locally produced renewables.
  • At Zinemaldia, the Basque Cinema Gala underscored broad visibility for local production, with 38 Basque films programmed across the festival.