A key date: August 8
August 8 will be a significant day for Catalan politics, since the investiture session of Salvador Illa as PSC candidate will begin at 10 am. This confirmation was made by the president of the Parliament, Josep Rull, who has been in contact with the various political formations to ensure the necessary support.
Various political support
Rull has mentioned that, after consulting with the parliamentary groups, Illa has received the support of the PSC, ERC and the Commons, which favors his candidacy. The complexity of the political scenario has made this alliance crucial for the successful celebration of the investiture session.
The Shadow of Puigdemont
The imminent investiture session is not without controversy, since the possible return of Carles Puigdemont to Catalonia has generated an atmosphere of tension. Puigdemont has said he intends to return at the time of the inauguration, raising questions about its legal and political implications.
The detention dilemma
Despite the passage of the Amnesty Law, Puigdemont still has an active arrest warrant. This means that if he decides to return, he could face immediate arrest by the Mossos d’Esquadra or the National Police. This situation has generated an intense debate between Junts and ERC, with mutual accusations about responsibility for a possible arrest.
Political reactions and expectations
The politicians’ statements reflect the existing division. Marta Vilalta, from ERC, has expressed that it would be necessary to suspend the Plenary in the event of Puigdemont’s arrest, while Pere Aragonès has pointed out that the responsibility for the arrest rests with the Supreme Court.
The position of Together
From Junts, Jordi Turull has threatened to leave the session if Puigdemont is arrested, describing the current scenario as political abnormality. Turull has defended Puigdemont’s political rights and asked for fair treatment in Parliament.
Expectations of the investiture session
With tensions on the rise, the investiture session on August 8 is presented as a decisive moment for Catalonia. The interaction between the different political forces and the possible return of Puigdemont could define the immediate future of the Catalan government. The situation continues to evolve, and the next few days will be crucial for Catalan politics.
