The European Commission has been branded “utterly hypocritical” over its response to police violence in Catalonia

THE EUROPEAN Commission has been facing widespread criticism over its response to the scenes of violence in Catalonia, where Spanish police forces injured almost 900 Catalan voters on Sunday.

During opening remarks of a parliamentary debate on the matter, the European Commission’s deputy head, Frans Timmermans, did emphasise the need for an open dialogue stating “it’s time to talk”.

SNP councillor and WFI member speaks of community spirit and hope in Catalonia