Andalusia plans up to €60,000 fines for assaults on medical staff

The Andalusian government is preparing a decree-law that would let authorities levy administrative penalties of up to €60,000 on persons who assault doctors, nurses, aides or administrative staff, and could prohibit them from re-entering the health centre where the incident happened. The proposal, to be presented to Parliament before the end of 2026, follows data from the Servicio Andaluz de Salud showing 1,976 reported aggressions in 2025, including 387 physical attacks and 1,589 non-physical incidents such as threats and insults.

Most cases occurred in primary-care settings, with Sevilla recording the highest number of incidents. The new rules would complement criminal prosecutions, cover digital harassment, and provide protection for whistle-blowers, including identity safeguards and legal aid. Antonio Sanz, vice-president and regional health minister, said the urgency stems from the need to better protect health-care professionals.