Government to Pardon ‘The Six of Switzerland’ This Tuesday
The Spanish government will pardon six women and one man. They were in prison for defending workers' rights. The union leaders are happy with the decision.
The group, known as ‘Las seis de la Suiza’, had been imprisoned for coercion and corruption. They had been in prison since July 18th. The individuals had previously received the third degree. They had been sentenced to three and a half years. Union leaders believe this is a good step for the labor movement.
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Highlights
Government Pardons ‘Las Seis’
The Spanish government will pardon six women and one man.
Conviction: Coercion and Corruption
They were imprisoned for coercion and corruption.
Open Prison Status Granted
They have been in open prison since July 18th.
Union Leaders Welcome Decision
Spanish union leaders are happy with the pardon.
Prison Sentence Reduced
The convicted individuals had served three and a half years.