27/01/2010 (Agence Europe) - On Wednesday 27 January, the European Commission authorised an aid regime worth €576 million in favour of the Spanish cinematographic industry, which will remain in force until 31 December 2015. This regime covers measures taken by Spain to support its cinema, particularly aid for the production and distribution of films. The Commission takes the view that it is compatible with the relevant provisions of the Treaty (article 107, § 3, point d), which authorise aid to promote cultural objectives under certain circumstances. The regime complies with the provisions of the "cinema" communication adopted by the Commission on 27 September 2001. (O.L./transl.fl)