The context of employment in Catalonia
The occupation of housing has once again been a hot topic in the Parliament of Catalonia, with alarming data that indicate that 72% of the arrests of squatters in Spain in 2022 took place in Catalonia, with a significant 54% of them of foreign origin.
Interrogating Government: Alejandro Fernández takes the word
During the Government Control Session, Alejandro Fernández, leader of the Popular Party in Catalonia, raised a direct question to the President of the Generalitat, Salvador Illa, on the increase in squatters compared to the previous year. Island rejected this statement, arguing that the current situation reflects greater security and respect for the law.
Political hypocrisy: an argument from Fernández
Fernández did not criticize the hypocrisy that, he says, predominates among some politicians. He referred to Gemma Galdón de Podemos, who, despite defending the squatters, was outraged when he suffered an occupation in his flat. In addition, he mentioned the former CUP deputy, Benet Salellas, questioning his position on the property.
The case of Salvador Balliu
Fernández emphasized a particular example: the mayor of Junts, Salvador Balliu. He said that while his party established regulations that benefit the squatters, he himself acted drasticly against the squatters of his property, generating laughter in the chamber.
Critics of Government Management
In a more serious tone, Fernández expressed his frustration towards government management, noting that promises made have been contrary to reality. It referred to the statistics of the Ministry of the Interior, which reveal an increase in occupations.
Reaction from Salvador Illa
Illa, in response, defended its management and questioned the reasons why the property owners avoid renting Catalonia. He argued that the decrease in crimes during his term is a reflection of the effectiveness of his government.
Final reflections
The debate on employment in Catalonia is still a controversial issue that generates polarized opinions. The struggle between the rights of the owners and the needs of the squatters seems far from a solution, showing the complexities of the current social and political context.
