The Central Electoral Board (JEC) has confirmed that the digital ID, known as MiDNI, will be accepted as a valid form of identification in the upcoming general elections scheduled for 29 November. This decision aims to streamline the voting process and enhance security measures.
The MiDNI application, developed by the National Police, allows citizens to use their digital identification for various official purposes, including voting. This initiative reflects a broader trend towards digitalisation in public services in Spain.
In addition to the implementation of digital IDs, the Spanish government is also focusing on improving police infrastructure. Recently, the Council of Ministers announced an increase in the budget for police infrastructure projects to €740 million, a significant rise from the previous allocation of €262.8 million.
This new funding will support 302 projects aimed at constructing, renovating, and enhancing police stations and Guardia Civil barracks across the country. Notable projects include new police stations in Alcantarilla (Murcia) and Gandía (Valencia), and new Guardia Civil barracks in locations such as Los Yébenes (Toledo) and Santanyí (Mallorca).
The increased budget is part of a broader plan, which includes an extraordinary investment of €900 million approved earlier this year for the period 2026-2034, bringing the total available for police infrastructure improvements to over €1.6 billion. This funding will also be supplemented by contributions from the European Regional Development Fund and other EU financial support programmes.
The government aims to expedite the execution of these projects by allowing the Secretary of State for Security to adjust budgets as necessary, ensuring that the improvements are implemented without unnecessary delays.
