Manuel Pineda, the spokesperson for Water Resources in Parliament for PSPV-PSOE, criticized the PPPC actions in Alicante, highlighting the region’s lack of fresh water supplies. He argued that the only prime minister to shut the Tajo-Segura transfer deserves scrutiny, just ahead of an Alicante event featuring Mariano Rajoy, who had not secured water for the city.
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In this context, the socialist leader reminded audiences that the transfer was halted at a single, decisive moment. He asserted that during Manuel Rajoy’s administration, the rights of Alicante’s irrigators were neglected, and he took aim at the party that claims to defend water for now praising the leadership responsible for essential resources. He warned that the region’s interests might be sidelined again, pointing to a historic pattern that locals could view as dismissive toward those who rely on steady water access.
Rajoy to accompany Barcala in presenting Alicante mayoral candidacy
Pineda added that if Rajoy’s water policy is the model preferred by the PPCV, Alicante should be wary of a future with scarce water resources. He recalled that under the PP-led national government, Alicante received noticeably less water. He noted that the party often critiques the transfer while implicitly endorsing the management of water resources by Rajoy’s administration, urging a candid reflection on past policies.
Candidacy
Former Prime Minister Rajoy is set to join the launch of a new phase for Luis Barcala’s bid to continue as mayor of Alicante for the next four years. Barcala, who currently serves on the city council, would receive support from the former national leadership as the election campaign opens. The event is scheduled for Tuesday at 7:30 PM in the Juan XXIII halls in the state capital.
The campaign slogan chosen for this effort is “Alicante Among All.” Barcala has emphasized a drive to keep transforming the city, noting that change comes quickly and must be guided by law. He has officially reiterated his goal to lead the city as the popular mayor for another term.
In addition to key organizational roles in education and outreach, the conference highlighted the engagement of supporters who back Barcala’s re-election and the broader PP project for Alicante over the next four years.