This phase of the Valencia regional government’s strategy centers on extending influence beyond the city of Valencia and strengthening ties with the Alicante region. On June 30, a spokesperson announced that the policy agenda would reach far into the Alicante provinces, signaling a shift toward decentralization of decision-making and closer collaboration with local communities. Three months later, the Crevillent area remains a recurring focal point every Monday and Tuesday as efforts to embed Consell activities deeper into the southern Valencian Community continue. Casa de las Brujas, the government’s provincial hub in Alicante, now hosts a permanent adviser who coordinates communications and helps align regional priorities with the administration’s broader strategy.
Jorge Villar has assumed the role of Vice-President and adviser to the Ministry for Equality and Inclusive Policy. He operates from Casa de las Brujas, reinforcing the Consell’s growing presence in the province. The Botànic coalition seeks to raise the profile of its policies in Alicante and to strengthen connections with the social and civic fabric. This emphasis on Alicante is part of a broader plan to project the coalition’s governance as it eyes a potential third term.
The event at Casa de las Brujas highlights a deliberate effort to increase visibility in Alicante and to cultivate local engagement. Compromís, the coalition partner, has prioritized the region as a core focal point, with ministers and party leadership aiming to secure a stronger foothold in the province. The administrative team has repeatedly underscored that Alicante’s growth is not incidental but central to the regional strategy.
Across the administration, Compromís has prioritized Alicante as a key electoral battleground. In recent regional elections, the party emerged as a notable political force, achieving a significant share of votes and several seats across the Valencian Community. In Valencia proper, support for Compromís doubled relative to its regional standing, while in Castellón the party maintained a solid presence. These dynamics illustrate a geographic pattern: the southern areas, including Alicante, have presented both challenges and opportunities for consolidation. The current push aims to reverse earlier patterns and translate regional gains into sustained influence for Botànic and its allies.