Spanish Identified as the Most Relevant Language in 41.6% of Catalan Jobs

Based on a survey of over 930 union delegates, this research provides a detailed snapshot of the sociolinguistic dynamics within the productive fabric of Catalonia. While the study confirms a highly bilingual environment, it points out that the “relevance” of a language often dictates hiring preferences and internal promotion criteria. The data shows that Spanish remains the dominant tool for external communication and administrative tasks in nearly 42% of the companies surveyed, reflecting the complex demographic reality of the region.

Read more at: La Manyana