A gesture of collaboration between political forces
The mayor of Barcelona, Jaume Collboni, has opened the door to a negotiation with the communes for next year’s budget. In a gesture that seeks political cohesion, Collboni has expressed his intention to discuss BComú’s demands, which include regulation to control temporary rentals and the possible elimination of two cruise terminals at the port.
A progressive proposal in the framework of the municipal debate
The leader of the PSC has expressed his aspiration to manage a budget with a progressive approach, involving the left-wing forces of the City Council. In addition to his offer to the commons, Collboni has directed his gaze towards ERC, acknowledging that last year this group was one of the few that supported his government’s budget.
Need for continuity in agreements
Collboni has stressed the importance of guaranteeing the budget for 2025 to ensure the continuity of the agreement reached with ERC, which included commitments to promote the use of Catalan and make investments in neighborhoods in need.
Criticism and expectations of the opposition
During an extraordinary plenary, the messages between the mayor, BComú and ERC have been marked by criticism of the current management. The opposition has expressed its concern for what it considers an elitist drift by the government, arguing that the social agenda has been relegated.
The assessment of the first year of government
The first lieutenant of the mayor, Laia Bonet, defended that the perception of cleanliness has improved and that floors have been activated for the construction of public floors. Despite this, the opposition has questioned this complacency, saying that the problems of eight years ago persist and have intensified.
An uncertain future for Barcelona
Opposition groups have warned about the urgent need to solve the social and security problems affecting the city. With increasing fiscal pressure and a growing sense of insecurity, the goal of the mayor and his government will be to find a path that not only ensures economic growth, but also meets the needs of citizens.
