Valencian bullfighting regulation and administration

The Valencian Community is experiencing developments regarding bullfighting regulations and administrative structures. In September 2026, the Federation of Bous al Carrer Clubs filed an administrative appeal with the High Court of Justice of the Valencian Community. This legal challenge targets a regional decree approved in June, which introduces new safety and animal welfare requirements for popular bull festivities, including technical inspections and improved medical resources. The Federation argues these mandates impose an “unsustainable economic burden” and expresses concern that requiring municipal authorization could allow local governments to restrict festivities.

By October 2026, the Diputación de Valencia announced a recruitment process for a bullfighting affairs section head. This merit-based competition follows a departmental reorganization in which a previous director position was amortized. The new role, which carries an annual salary of 88,000 euros, involves directing the Bullfighting School and Museum.