Tribunal Supremo (TS)

The Tribunal Supremo (TS), or Supreme Court, is the highest court in Spain. It serves as the final court of appeal for all types of cases, ensuring uniform interpretation and application of Spanish law. The TS is currently newsworthy due to its involvement in two significant and distinct cases. Firstly, the TS will convene a plenary session to establish legal precedent regarding a parent's right to appeal the granting of euthanasia to their adult child. This case mirrors a previous one but addresses a legal question not previously litigated. Secondly, the TS has issued a definitive ruling recognizing that content moderation work for Meta (Facebook) can cause mental health damage. This ruling acknowledges the psychological impact of exposure to disturbing online content and its implications for workplace health and safety. These cases highlight the TS's role in addressing complex ethical, legal, and social issues within Spain.