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José Enrique Serrano, Former Moncloa Chief of Staff, Dies at 75

His death marks the passing of a behind-the-scenes strategist whose commitment helped steer Spain’s democratic evolution.

Archivo - José Enrique Serrano, diputado del PSOE
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Overview

  • He served as chief of staff under Felipe González (1995–1996) and José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero (2004–2011), earning a reputation for discretion and effectiveness.
  • In 2024 the government awarded him the Medal of the Order of Constitutional Merit for his service to Spain’s Constitution.
  • He led PSOE negotiations on Catalan autonomy, the failed 2016 investiture talks and a 2017 parliamentary commission on reforming Spain’s regional model.
  • Beyond Moncloa, he was a labor law professor at Complutense University and held senior roles in the defense ministry and vice-presidency of government.
  • Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Vice President María Jesús Montero joined party colleagues in mourning his 'irrepetible' loyalty and dedication to a more just Spain.