Consell escalates talks with towns to keep mobile vehicle inspections running
In El Campello, a growing frustration among residents and local leaders centered on the suspension of the mobile vehicle inspection service. The mayoral office, led by Juanjo Berenguer, voiced a pointed critique about the disruption, asking what steps must be taken to ensure neighbors in the first district are treated the same as others in the Valencian community. The remarks came as Berenguer reflected on the looming end of his term and the ongoing challenge of maintaining essential public services for the town’s people. Some questioned how much longer the community should tolerate delays that affect daily life, including access to a service that many rely on to keep vehicles in good standing. Berenguer stressed that the outcome would shape perceptions of the town’s governance and its willingness to align with other Valencian municipalities.
Berenguer’s comments echoed a broader sentiment about governance and accountability, highlighting how a halt in a widely used service can reverberate beyond geography. He compared the situation to political rhetoric and noted that a reliable public service should stand apart from partisan divides. The mayor stressed that the inconvenience falls hardest on residents who already manage tight schedules and limited resources, a reality that underscores the importance of consistent municipal leadership in delivering essential infrastructure. The region’s residents and drivers from nearby municipalities often depend on these mobile inspection units, making the disruption particularly impactful on everyday mobility and public safety.
“In truth, it feels like a blow to the entire community,” the mayor remarked. He added that the timing of the service interruption appears to hit El Campello particularly hard, creating a sense of repeated challenges that locals must endure. The concern is not only about the inconvenience but also about the fairness of service delivery across neighboring towns, a topic that resonates with many who want dependable access to vehicle inspections with minimal disruption.
Consell intensifies negotiations with municipalities to maintain mobile ITV services
Negotiations have entered a critical phase as regional authorities work with several municipalities to secure continued access to mobile ITV units. The administration argues that maintaining mobility for inspection services is essential to citizen convenience and road safety. The latest developments show the Consell pushing to activate its own mobile facilities if an agreement with the concessionaire proves unattainable, aiming to prevent service gaps for Calpe, El Campello, and Santa Pola. Without a formal pact, the plan is to move forward with independent operations to ensure that residents can still obtain mandatory inspections in a timely manner. While discussions continue, officials have indicated that precise dates are still being finalized, and residents should monitor official channels for forthcoming updates.
Josep Albert Quilis, who leads the organizing body overseeing these units, explained that the inability to secure a renewal with the current concessionaire has pushed the council toward contingency plans. The concessionaire is affiliated with services in Alicante and Benidorm, and the lack of a smooth agreement could lead to temporary suspensions in some towns while new arrangements are put in place. For Calpe, the impact is projected to begin on March 3, with El Campello and Santa Pola facing earlier disruptions, specifically from the 24th of the month. Quilis noted that in these latter towns, the removal of existing units will be required before any new deployment can occur, a step necessary to ensure the safe and orderly transition to any updated system. The advisory emphasizes the practical need to maintain continuity of inspections while negotiations proceed, highlighting both the public interest and the logistical realities involved in switching service provision.