The restlessness of the neighbors
Residents of the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district have expressed their concern about the insecurity situation they receive due to a foreign minor reception center. This center, located on Císter Street, has become a focus of controversy that has mobilized parents and neighbors in a rally scheduled for 5 p.m.
Concerns about coexistence
The testimonies of the neighbors reflect a growing concern about the interactions with the minors welcomed at the center. According to them, the incidents of conflict with the students of the schools in the area are becoming more common, with situations of bullying and insults that affect their daily peace.
Parents’ experiences
Parents have shared alarming stories about the experiences of their children. Many have described situations in which girls face inappropriate hinges, and in a recent incident, minors have jumped the fences of a school, generating a great alarm among families.
Center closing requests
In the face of this situation, the neighbors have asked the City Council to close the center and move to another place. The response from the authorities has been to increase the police presence in the area, a step that some residents consider insufficient to deal with the problem.
Political reactions
Political parties like PP and Vox have been forceful in their demands. The President of the Popular Municipal Group, Daniel Sirera, said that the mayor’s inaction is intolerable and proposed to turn the center into a residence for the elderly, a solution that he considers more appropriate for the community.
A wider debate about immigration
This incident has again revealed tensions about immigration and the reception of unaccompanied minors in Catalonia. The situation of these young people, often without resources or support, generates concerns about their integration and their impact on the local community.
The voice of the neighbors
Neighbors, at the center of this conflict, express their frustration with the lack of effective solutions. They feel that their voices are not heard and that the consequences of immigration policies fall on them, while policymakers do not face the reality of everyday life.
Looking to the future
The manifestation planned for today is not only an act of rejection, but also a call for responsibility by the authorities. Neighbors expect their demands to be taken care of and to take effective measures to guarantee peaceful safety and coexistence in their neighborhood.
