An Alternative Strategy in Much Debate
Marta Rovira, general secretary of ERC, has revealed that the party has a ‘plan B’ that guarantees its determination in the implementation of the agreement on financing, in the event that an adequate majority in Congress is not achieved to carry out the reform of the Organic Law on Regional Financing.
Questions about the Return of Puigdemont
Rovira has expressed his disbelief towards the strategy of Carles Puigdemont, leader of Junts per Catalunya, who suggests a possible return during a hypothetical investiture debate. In the words of Rovira, ‘it is not understandable that, after having fought since exile so that his arrest did not occur, he now wants to be immersed in such a situation’.
Confidence in the Future and the Importance of an Alternative Plan
Although Rovira maintains his faith in the assembly’s ability to obtain the necessary majorities for legislative reforms, he has insisted on the role of a ‘plan B’. However, she has been reserved about the details of this plan, stressing that ‘legal certainty is fundamental’, despite admitting that this type of plan ‘does not guarantee the same stability as the main agreement’.
Reflections on the Preagreement and Political Maturity
The leader of the Republicans has acknowledged that the implementation of the pre-agreement could be a challenge, but expresses her confidence in the political maturity of the party. He highlighted the importance of fiscal sovereignty as an instrument to move towards independence, recalling that in 2017, the Generalitat’s finances were under control.
Criticism of the Unilateral Way
Rovira has challenged those who defend a unilateral stance on the road to independence, questioning how the goal can be achieved without managing the budget, recalling that even emblematic figures such as Lluís Llach were present during 2017.
Possible Internal Controversies
Faced with the possibility that ERC deputies, such as the young representative Mar Besses, may oppose the agreement, Rovira has confirmed that the youth group has expressed certain doubts about the pre-agreement, but is confident that ‘the whole of the parliamentary group will know how to maintain a constructive debate and that there will be no deviations in the votes’.
