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Carlos Mazón announces sanctions of up to one million euros to protect security and fight against piracy and counterfeiting of textile products, footwear, toys or ceramics

Carlos Mazón announces sanctions of up to one million euros to protect security and fight against piracy and counterfeiting of products...
He assures that “putting the health of our boys and girls at risk is not going to be cheap.”
The Generalitat will raise the sanctions on industrial products that are not safe to the maximum legal limit.
Calls to “defend the design, innovation and quality of companies in the Valencian Community that carry out extraordinary work in consumer protection”
The change in Legislative Decree 1/2019 will mean that the maximum amount of minor infractions will go from 3,005.06 to 10,000 euros, while serious ones will be 100,000 compared to 15,025.30 euros.
In addition, the maximum amount for very serious infractions previously set at €601,012.10 will be established at €1,000,000.
These sanctions are expected to come into force as of January 1, 2025.
The head of the Consell has visited the Acteco waste treatment and recycling plant in Ibi

The president of the Generalitat, Carlos Mazón, has announced that the Generalitat “is going to increase to the maximum the sanctions for dangerous, defective products, lack of information or labeling to guarantee the safety of our citizens and defend the companies of the Valencian Community”.

The head of the Consell has indicated that with this measure "we will fight against piracy, falsifications or imitations that affect sectors such as textiles, footwear, toys or ceramics, among others."

The president, accompanied by the Minister of Innovation, Industry, Commerce and Tourism, Nuria Montes, made these statements during the visit to the facilities of the treatment and recycling plant of the Acteco firm in Ibi where the destruction of products is carried out. defective.

The head of the Consell has explained that "we are going to increase the sanctions as much as the Law allows so that it is not cheap to put the health of our citizens and the safety of our children at risk."

Carlos Mazón has stated that the Generalitat is going to modify Legislative Decree 1/2019, of December 13, approving the consolidated text of the Law of the Statute of consumers and users of the Valencian Community.

Thus, he has assured that the modification of the Law of the Consumer Statute in the Valencian Community will basically refer to the section of sanctions "with special relevance to those who do not collaborate in the withdrawal of products or repeat it" and has thanked those who “they do contribute to avoiding this unfair competition,”

Specifically, with these changes, the maximum amount of minor infractions now set at 3,005.06 euros would be 10,000 euros, and serious infractions established at 15,025.30 euros will be established at 100,000 euros. Furthermore, the maximum amount for very serious infractions, which is now 601,012.10 euros, would become 1,000,000 euros.

Mazón has indicated that this legislative renewal process will be operational on January 1, 2025 so that the new sanctions come into force that "will reach the maximum possible, even with increases of more than 700% of the current amounts that incomprehensibly during these years have not been have modified.”

The highest representative of the Executive has valued the companies of the Valencian Community that "do extraordinary work in consumer protection." Thus, he has appealed to the “purchase of products from the Valencian Community from sectors such as toys, furniture or footwear that are committed to quality, design or innovation to confront unfair competition.” tica.

🌴 What's On Across the Costa Blanca

Benidorm & Surrounding Areas | 6–12 July 2026

The Costa Blanca is in full summer swing, with another busy week of sunshine, festivals, sporting events and family entertainment across Benidorm, Altea, Villajoyosa, Finestrat, La Nucía and L'Alfàs del Pi.

With schools now breaking up across Europe and visitor numbers increasing, beaches, attractions, markets and nightlife are all operating at peak season.

☀️ Benidorm

Beaches & Summer Fun

Benidorm's Blue Flag beaches continue to welcome thousands of visitors each day with full summer services.

Activities include:

Parasailing and jet ski adventures
Boat trips to Benidorm Island
Paddleboarding and kayaking
Beach volleyball
Open-air fitness classes
Family beach activities

New Attraction

Visitors can now take photos at Benidorm's brand-new giant seafront letters, created from 170kg of recycled fishing nets, located on the Tamarindos Promenade.

Costa Blanca Cup 2026

The international youth football tournament continues across Benidorm and the Marina Baixa, bringing together:

319 teams
34 countries
Thousands of players, coaches and supporters
Matches are being played throughout the week in Benidorm, Altea, La Vila Joiosa, La Nucía, Finestrat, L'Alfàs del Pi and Calpe.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Live tribute shows every evening
Comedy, cabaret and karaoke
Beach clubs and rooftop bars
Live DJs along Levante and Poniente
Sunset boat parties
Summer club nights

🌿 Albir & L'Alfàs del Pi

Award-Winning Nature

The Albir Lighthouse Trail, recently named Spain's Best Blue Trail 2026, remains one of the Costa Blanca's most popular walks.

Visitors can enjoy spectacular views across the Serra Gelada Natural Park.

Things To Do

Guided nature walks
Cycling routes
Outdoor fitness
Beachfront restaurants
Evening live music
International community events

🍫 Villajoyosa

Colourful Coastal Heritage

La Vila Joiosa continues to attract visitors with its colourful seafront and historic centre.

Popular attractions include:

Chocolate museum visits
Factory tours
Artisan markets
Historic Old Town walks
Beachfront restaurants
Live music
Summer gastronomy events continue throughout July.

🏟️ La Nucía

Sports & Family Activities

The Camilo Cano Sports City remains busy with:
National and international training camps
Community fitness programmes
Youth sporting events
Outdoor exercise sessions

Family activities

Local summer cultural events and evening entertainment continue throughout the municipality.

🌅 Finestrat

Outdoor Adventures

The warm weather makes Finestrat one of the area's top destinations for outdoor activities.

Popular choices include:
Hiking Puig Campana
Guided countryside walks
Scenic village tours
Mountain biking
La Cala beach days
Shopping & Dining
La Marina Shopping Centre summer promotions
Beachfront restaurants
Evening shopping
Outdoor terraces

🎭 Altea

Arts & Culture

Altea continues its lively summer programme with:
Artisan markets
Art galleries
Live jazz
Acoustic concerts
Cultural events around Plaza de la Iglesia

New This Week

Altea has launched a special summer police operation, increasing patrols across beaches, the Old Town and tourist areas to help keep residents and visitors safe throughout the busy holiday season.

Coastal Experiences
Catamaran cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Seafront dining
Photography workshops

📅 Coming Up

Costa Blanca Cup finals approach
Outdoor concerts continue across the Marina Baixa
More beach entertainment throughout July
Summer fiestas gathering momentum
Markets, family activities and evening events across the region
Tourist attractions operating extended opening hours

Quick Summary

⚽ Costa Blanca Cup continues across the region

📸 New giant Benidorm letters now open on Tamarindos Promenade

🏖️ Beaches, water sports and boat trips in full swing

🌿 Albir Lighthouse Trail remains Spain's Best Blue Trail

🍫 Villajoyosa's heritage attractions continue to draw visitors

👮 Altea launches enhanced summer police patrols

🎶 Live music, nightlife and outdoor dining across the Costa Blanca

☀️ Peak summer holiday season is now underway

🌤️ Weather Outlook

Expect another week of hot, settled weather.

🌡️ Daytime temperatures: 30°C–34°C

🌙 Evening temperatures: 23°C–26°C

Perfect conditions for beach days, sightseeing, outdoor dining and evening entertainment. Remember to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and avoid prolonged exposure during the hottest part of the afternoon.