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Geographical and Socioeconomic Aspects of Separatism in Spain - a Case Study of Catalonia and the Basque Country
Lepič, Martin ; Tomeš, Jiří (advisor) ; Jelen, Libor (referee)
The subject of research of this presented diploma thesis is the evaluation of the factors that influence the genesis of nationalist aspirations and separatist tendencies on two scale levels: the level of Spanish Autonomous Communities, and between comarcas in the Basque Country and Catalonia. Emphasis is placed primarily on the differentiation between the influence of economic aspirations and ethno-national identity. On the theoretical level, the thesis discusses approaches to nationalism, its typology, resources and activation, as well as the development of social organization and the asymmetrical division of powers in Spain. For the purposes of analysis, two indicators of intensity of expressed nationalism are used - constitutional preference and voting behavior - and then each are tested in relation to socio-economic characteristics, ethno-cultural manifestations, or relevant demographic characteristics. The thesis also evaluates the system of set fiscal redistribution between regions and central government.
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Catalan Statute of Autonomy and the Reform of 2006
Svobodová, Anna ; Šušlíková, Lada (advisor) ; Fínková, Eva (referee)
Katalánský autonomní statut a jeho reforma z roku 2006 Bakalářská práce Abstract The Bachelor Degree Thesis " Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia and its reform in 2006" is a analysis of catalan autonomy during 20th and 21th century and comparasion of individual autonomous statuses. Thesis also contains related historical information about development at Catalan territory and important milestones in history of Iberian peninsula as well as Spanish transition to democracy and the Spanish Constitution in 1978. My work thus provides complex picture of Catalan autonomy and its development.
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Regional Political Parties and the European Union: Case Study of Spain
Coufalová, Kateřina ; Perottino, Michel (advisor) ; Urban, Traian (referee)
Regional political parties and the European Union: Case study of Spain Abstract The diploma thesis "Regional political parties and the European Union: Case study of Spain" focuses on the area of the regional parties on the stage of the European Parliament, a subject which has not been analysed thoroughly in the past. Special emphasis is placed on the analysis of this phenomenon on the case of the Spanish historical regions (Catalonia, Basque Country, Galicia) which are a recognizable proof of the remarkable institutional strengthening in the framework of a regionalized unitary state. The methodology of triangulation was used for the analysis of this issue as the data of the diverse type (i.e. electoral results, party's material etc.) have been put together through different methods (as a qualitative and quantitative content analysis, deductive and comparative approaches) with the aim to reveal the complete character of the issue and to reach the objective results as possible. The study focuses on the analysis of the regional parties on the European level through their cooperation in the European federations of the political parties as well as the framework of the political groups in the European Parliament. The emphasis is also placed on the analysis of the own work of the members of the European Parliament...
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The Olympic Games in Barcelona 1992 as a factor of changes in Catalan nationalistic discourse of political parties
Balík, Jiří ; Matějka, Ondřej (advisor) ; Kasáková, Zuzana (referee)
Interrelation between sports and politics in the specific case of the Olympic Games in Barcelona in 1992 offers a wide range of opportunities to strengthen nationalist tendencies of the Catalan society. This thesis examines how the organization of this event affected the development of Catalan nationalistic discourse of political parties. These changes are analysed on two levels. The first level is the evolution over time - the thesis compares the periods before and after the Olympics and looks at trends across each period. The second level is the development in the level of debate - the thesis looks at the category of political parties, at the category of Catalan politics and at the category of the Spanish nationwide politics, while it analyses the moves of the topics and trends across the levels. Thus, the thesis examines trends of the political discourse in the electoral programs, in speeches at annual meetings at the level of the Catalan parliament and in speeches at annual meetings at the level of national Spanish Parliament. The basic parameters of the research work are themes of language policy, cultural policy, the issue of state structure juristic reform, linguistic forms of the discourses and relation to the Olympic Games. The main basis of this work is the contribution of sporting events...
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Management of 4* hotel in Catalonia
Lauberová, Veronika ; Jenčková, Jiřina (advisor) ; Vogelová, Markéta (referee)
This thesis focuses on the management of the four-star hotel in Catalonia, Spain. It mostly analyses marketing management and revenue management indicators. The main objective of the thesis is to find out the problems in management procedure and suggest measures and solutions that could repair the economic damage the business has suffered, with the objective of being profitable. The first part provides a theoretical point of view of the hotel management. The second part is a comparative of the Spanish, and more specific, Catalonian tourism and hospitality industry market, giving also specific characteristics of the hotel. The practical part contains the analyses of the hotel management indicators, the marketing mix and the situation on the local market. The final chapter shows de outcomes of the analysis and contains recommendations to improve the actual management.
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Spain: economy and position in the international tourism market
Trubačová, Klára ; Abrhám, Josef (advisor) ; Brůžková, Pavla (referee)
The diploma theses analyzes the influence of global economic crisis on Spanish tourism. The aim of the theses is to evaluate development of tourism in Catalonia after the global economic crisis. Firstly, the theses deals with the current economic situation in Spain and it's impact on tourism. The next part of theses is focused on economic situation and tourism of Catalonia. The impact of the crisis is demonstrated on international arrivals and revenues, hotel occupancy, number of overnights and employement. In conclusion, the theses focuses on the development opportunities of the Catalan tourism in the future.
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Right of Nations to Self-Determination: Catalonia
Sleziaková, Zuzana ; Zemanová, Štěpánka (advisor) ; Šklebená, Karolína (referee)
This bachelor thesis analyzes the right of nations to self-determination on the example of Spain's autonomous region of Catalonia, which has been showing increasing separatist tendencies over the past few years. The first part presents the evolution of the right of nations to self-determination and discusses the ultimate subject of this right. For that matter, the thesis distinguishes between the terms state, nation, nationality, ethnic group and national minority. The thesis also defines the contents of the right of nations to self-determination and differentiates between its internal and external aspect. Second part of the thesis elaborates on the identity of the Catalan population with regards to the common characteristics of nations, as defined in Chapter 1. The final part contemplates about the admissibility of Catalonia's secession from Spain as an expression of its external self-determination and its potential implications for both Catalonia and the international community.
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Separatist trends in Europe - The case study of Catalonia
Kotasová, Martina ; Dubský, Zbyněk (advisor) ; Sršeň, Radim (referee)
This thesis describes history of Catalan nationalism and analyzes the motives that lead to separatist tendencies in Catalonia. It also focuses on the impact of devolution and separation on Catalonia and Spain. Catalans are a historic nation with their own language and traditions. Since the establishment of the Kingdom of Spain they have sought a greater autonomy within pluralistic Spain until now. In the history, they experienced numerous efforts of assimilation and suppression, mostly during the dictatorship of General Franco. But the Catalans defended their uniqueness and during the transition to democracy and with the new Constitution of 1978, they gained considerable portion of autonomy. In the history, Catalans did not demand independence, they wanted to be part of the federal Spain. However, due to the economic crisis and the rejection of the greater autonomy, Catalan nationalism converted to separatism.
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Kingdom of Spain: from decentralization to an independent states? Efforts of Catalonia
Maľárová, Soňa ; Němec, Jan (advisor) ; Fleissner, Kamil (referee)
The main point of this thesis is to analyze the status of Catalonia in Spain and the relationship between them. In recent years, in European and even in the worldwide media we can read about the efforts for the Catalan independence with the aim of creating an independent Catalan state. A theoretical analysis of the formation of constitutional arrangement and its vertical structure is instrumental for getting to the heart of the matter. The twentieth century is characterized by the development of democracy and the emergence of new states. Theory of decentralization and separatism are integral parts of these processes. To elucidate the events and the incentives to the efforts for the Catalan independence from Spain is described by the acquisition of Catalan autonomy, since its establishment II. Spanish Republic. By examining political, economic and social spheres, it is clear that Catalonia will continue to seek independence and the creation of an independent state. For now, it appears appropriate to continue the dialogue with the Central Government of Spain and to find common solutions to the project in a conflict-free way. The contribution of this thesis is to clarify for the Czech and Slovak public the Catalan efforts to create an independent state. If the goals of these separatist endeavours are achieved, both the Czech Republic and Slovakia will have to express their opinion on the international recognition of the Catalonian independency.
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Preconditions for destination development (Catalonia)
Šambergerová, Klára ; Petrů, Zdenka (advisor) ; Voříšková, Barbora (referee)
The main aim of the thesis is to find and to describe attractivities in Catalonia (not only Barcelona city or seaside resorts). The second goal is to find out if the region is able to attract Czech people, what they think about the destination, what they imagine. Except visit Barcelona city there are many possibilities what to do. There are beautiful nature, mountains (summer but also winter holiday packages), natural parcs and another historical cities for example Tarragona, Gerona, Lérida and Figueres, which is famous because of Salvador Dalí Theatre-Museum. Travel agencies should offer holiday packages and tours to new destinations in the region and use excelent preconditions for destination development in Catalonia.
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