Spain’s People’s Party has confirmed the death of former minister Fatima Báñez, who lost his life in Thursday’s railway accident.

Báñez served as Minister of Employment from 2011 to 2018 during the rule of former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy. After the mandate ended, she continued her career in the private sector, taking the lead in the organisation of Spanish employers CEOE.

People’s Party Chairman Alberto Núñez Faijó expressed deep grief over her death, describing Báñez as a hardworking woman, loyal friend and a person devoted constantly to improving Spanish life.

Spanish Congress President Francina Armenolol said that news of the former minister’s death has been met with great pain and sadness, Television broadcasts.

On behalf of Congress, I express my condolences and all my support for my family and relatives, colleagues from the People’s Party and those from the CEOese Foundation, said Armingol.

Even the CEOE foundation expressed grief over Báñez’s loss, stressing that its warmth, generosity and dedication will leave a lasting impression on businesses and on the entire organisation’s team. /Telegraphy/