Third of a four-part series in which economist Edward Hugh explains the causes of the current Eurozone crisis and its potential implications for Catalonia.

Barcelona doesn't always feel like a city at the cutting edge of green technology and design. Stand in the gridlocked streets during rush hour, while you slowly turn blue from carbon monoxide inhalation, and the idea seems laughable. 

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes

Christian Roux, osteopath and musician, has lived in Barcelona for ten years and says he  “intends to stay here forever”. Despite his professional success and love for the city, it hasn’t all been plain sailing since he arrived.