The Minister of Economy, Alícia Romero, admitted the delay in the calendar, which has been affected by the Rodalies crisis and the train accident in Gelida. Despite this, she expressed optimism about recovering lost time and opening the debate on the budget figures.
“"We hope to approve the budgets during this first quarter."
The investiture partners used the session to temper expectations of a quick agreement. ERC, through MP Albert Salvadó, demanded progress in negotiations so that the Generalitat can collect IRPF (income tax), a key point of the investiture pact that was abruptly shelved after the accident in Adamuz.
“"We can understand a delay, but not a breach."
For their part, the Comuns reminded the Government of the non-compliance with the Housing Law, noting that the sanctioning regime was approved a year ago without a single fine being imposed. Spokesperson David Cid warned that they are waiting for the agreed terms to be met before opening new negotiations.
Junts, through Joan Canadell, urged the Government to bring the accounts to Parliament for negotiation, although he conditioned this on a reduction in taxation. Canadell issued a strong warning to the executive if they fail to approve the accounts.
