The Catalan government has proposed new regulations for ride-hailing services (VTC). The measure seeks to impose stricter restrictions, which could significantly affect companies such as Uber and Cabify that operate in the region. One of the most notable points of the proposal is the obligation for drivers to possess a B2 level of Catalan, which emphasizes the importance of the language in the workplace and the willingness to preserve the use of the language in day-to-day life.
These regulations respond to the demands of sectors of traditional transportation, such as the taxi drivers' union, which for some time have been calling for measures that balance competition in the market. It is expected that this initiative will generate an intense debate around the economic and employment implications, as well as the impact on customer service and linguistic integration in the region. With the introduction of these requirements, a significant challenge is posed for companies and drivers, who will have to adapt to the new local regulations.
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