A new research on the treatment of vulnerable people
Recently, the Catalan Ombudsman has begun an office investigation to analyze the circumstances of the eviction of homeless people in the Parc de la Ciutadella. This action has aroused concerns about human rights and the treatment of these individuals by the authorities.
Police actions and their impact
In a statement on social networks, the Catalan Ombudsman referred to a tweet of the collective regularization already, who denounced that during the eviction, staff of the Guàrdia Urbana and the Mossos d’Esquadra would have requisitioned blankets and sleeping bags of these citizens. This situation has been considered unacceptable, especially with the arrival of winter temperatures.
Relationship with large -scale events
The criticisms have intensified, relating these actions to the imminent celebration of the Mobile World Congress and the City Council’s urban cleaning strategy. In addition, a similar incident is mentioned at Barcelona-El Prat Airport, where attempts were made to relocate homeless people without regard to their immediate needs.
Criticism of the Municipal Resympa
In a recent interview, Jordi Sánchez, director of Social Rights of the Sindicatura, expressed his concern that the solutions adopted by the consistory are often temporary and focus mainly on police action. This strategy, according to Sánchez, does not solve the causes of the problem, but only creates an illusion of control.
The need for inter -institutional coordination
Sánchez emphasized that the solution to the problem of the lack of housing cannot be exclusively on the City Council, but is a responsibility shared with the Generalitat. He also stated his intention to promote an integrative approach that involves various institutions.
The Civitas device and its effectiveness
The Barcelona City Council argues that the actions in the Ciutadella Park are part of the Civitas device, which combines cleaning efforts, social services and the Guàrdia Urbana to address social vulnerability. However, many critics argue that these actions do not properly address the real needs of the homeless.
The reality of life in the park
In recent months, Ciutadella Park has become a refuge for numerous homeless, with tents that have multiplied. This situation has raised issues on the management of public spaces and the responsibility of the City Council in the protection of the rights of these citizens.
A tragedy that should not be ignored
On January 16, the community was shaken by the death of a homeless young man in the park. The African and Aphrodescent Black Community of Catalonia criticized the lack of attention that led to this tragedy, arguing that his death could have been avoided. The City Council, however, rejected these allegations, arguing that the individual had been treated by various social services.
The situation of the homeless in Barcelona is still a hot topic that requires immediate attention and an approach that goes beyond temporary solutions. The dignity of these people must be the priority in public policy planning.
