Editorial photo #696303 Social Issue

Protest against the public security law in Madrid

Protestors wear masks as they protest against the public security law in Madrid, Spain, Saturday, July 18, 2015. Citizens gathered to protest against the new public security law nicknamed "gag law" approved by the conservative Popular Party government, this law includes draft legislation that will set heavy fines for offences such as causing disturbances outside parliament, burning the national flag, insulting the state or taking part in unauthorised or prohibited protests at strategic installations. Also can be fined protesters who prevent authorities from carrying out evictions, insulting a police officer and disseminating photographs of police officers that endanger them or police operations. The legislation also allows for the summary expulsion of migrants entering the country's North African enclaves illegally. (Photo by Rodrigo Garcia/NurPhoto)