The People’s Party proposes repealing several measures, including the Municipal Cooperation Fund, the law governing the public function of housing, and provisions related to the right of pre-emption and withdrawal. In its changes to the Zoning Law, the party suggests undoing various regulations tied to the Municipal Cooperation Fund, the decree governing priority rights and withdrawal, housing policy, and laws related to multilingualism and the language rights department.
Additionally, with amendments to fiscal measures known as the accompanying law, the PP calls for overturning the language rights agency, the multilingualism statute, the Municipal Cooperation Fund regulation, and the Valencian civil service framework; the move is seen as part of broader reform efforts in the regional governance landscape.
The Consell notes concern that the PP intends to block next year’s allocations to municipalities via the Municipal Cooperation Fund. This fund provides annual allocations to towns across the Community of Valencia based on objective distribution criteria. The Generalitat Valenciana currently contributes 40 million to this Fund, with councils from Valencia and Castellón participating. Since the fund’s inception six years ago, Alicante has not joined the initiative.
Application
One official expressed regret that the PP is again attempting to block the implementation of this fund, which distributes resources to municipalities without strings attached. The response emphasizes a commitment to openness, transparency, and fairness in the distribution of public resources. The sentiment reflects a concern that the PP may be continuing a traditional approach that favors particular interests rather than equitable access for all municipalities.
In the context of budget discussions, PSPV-PSOE representatives argue that the Municipal Cooperation Fund provides stable funding to all municipalities in the Valencian Community, regardless of political color. They contend that the PP has pursued the repeal of the fund for partisan reasons, raising questions about how municipalities would receive aid on equal terms if the fund were removed. The broader debate centers on whether the fund should remain a reliable mechanism for distributing resources to local governments.
PSPV defends the Co-operative Fund in its budget proposal to the Provincial Council
In addressing the Provincial Council, PSPV-PSOE leaders encouraged the PP to consult mayors directly about the value of the Municipal Cooperation Fund. The message conveyed that most mayors view the fund as positive and essential for local administration. The discussion highlights the fund’s role in providing stable, predictable support that enables municipalities to plan and invest in community needs.
A spokesperson noted that the use of public institutions should not be partisan. The PSPV representative explained that the committee overseeing the fund has aimed to ensure funding reaches all municipalities across the Valencian Community, regardless of political affiliation. The question remains whether every locality can access aid equally, particularly when political dynamics influence perceptions of fairness.
Discrimination
The socialist leadership stressed that such moves risk sending a signal of discrimination against municipalities and a tilt toward political sponsors rather than a focus on public welfare. They argued that the objective should be to support local governance and empower municipalities through predictable resources. The discussion also touched on perceived patterns within the PP, including references to past administrations and internal alliances as contributing factors to current governance habits.
The leaders emphasized that the withdrawal request could undermine financial autonomy for the communities of Valencia, Castellón, and Alicante. Since 2017, the Municipal Cooperation Fund has invested a substantial amount to support local autonomy, enabling towns to decide how best to use the resources. The speakers warned that any attempt to remove or diminish the fund could limit the ability of mayors to meet local needs and maintain essential services.