Puig: “PSPV lists a lot of independents because our project is for the majority”
In Valencia, during a convention held ahead of local elections, the secretary general of PSPV-PSOE outlined a roadmap built around stable, easily identifiable pillars. He described a plan anchored in Employment, Health, Energy, and Housing as the core axes shaping the party’s agenda. The emphasis is on practical policies that aim to improve everyday life for families and workers across the community, with a clear focus on safety and well-being as essential benchmarks of progress.
The message from the party’s top leader highlighted the tangible outcomes of years of governance. He pointed to better economic and social indicators across the region, arguing that these improvements translate directly into everyday life for residents, including families, workers, and seniors. The tone underscored the belief that sustained policy work can deliver steady, broad-based benefits for the community.
In discussing the candidate slate, the speaker noted a notable presence of independents within PSPV-PSOE. The argument was straightforward: the project is designed to serve the broad majority, and a diverse group of independent voices is viewed as a strength that strengthens the plan’s legitimacy and appeal across different voter segments.
On the topic of employment, the leader stressed the need to raise the quality of jobs and streamline the employment system. The goal for the next legislature is to push unemployment under a ten percent threshold while pursuing full employment as a long-term target. This would require a mix of training, apprenticeship opportunities, and strong ties with local employers to create sustainable pathways into work for diverse groups of job seekers.
As part of workforce strategy, the administration intends to offer targeted supports for youth entering the labor market. A new form of training will be introduced, designed to complement young people’s entrepreneurial efforts or to pair them with partner companies through formal agreements. For older workers, especially those over fifty facing limited prospects, individualized assistance will be provided to help identify new job opportunities and re-enter the workforce with confidence.
In education, the plan promises universal access from early childhood onward. The administration pledges to guarantee free education for children from zero to three years old. Every child in the community will have a place in the education system, with the ambitious objective of expanding access and preserving the continuity of high-quality learning as part of the next legislative agenda.
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Health care remains a central theme. In the next legislature, the intent is to safeguard the public health system and design a modern health framework that strengthens service delivery. The aim is to deliver one of Europe’s best public health experiences by expanding screening and updating tests for a range of conditions to ensure early detection and timely care.
Housing and energy are positioned as critical levers for social stability. The leadership promises a housing package that positions housing policy at the forefront, including the introduction of a new law focused on mass housing and the creation of thousands of affordable rental homes. The plan envisions a robust housing strategy with a strong emphasis on affordable units and urban development that meets the needs of families and individuals alike. On the energy front, renewable sources are highlighted as a path to greater capacity, supporting broader industrial revival while reducing dependence on volatile energy markets.
The topic of gender equality features prominently. The leadership frames gender equality as a major challenge that requires united action across the community. A stronger, more proactive approach to addressing prostitution and the exploitation tied to it is promised, with the policy ensuring that fines collected are used to support vulnerable women and to fund programs that protect their livelihoods and safety.
A robust social dialogue is cited as a core component of governance. Industry leaders and union representatives are described as essential partners in shaping policy, with a long-standing commitment to ongoing dialogue. The approach emphasizes collaboration between government, employers, and workers as a mechanism to make thoughtful, inclusive decisions that benefit the whole region.
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The regional business council stresses the importance of social dialogue as a constant, collaborative effort. The message is that dialogue is not a one-off exercise but a steady practice that helps governments align with the needs of workers, businesses, and communities. The council also urges that policy decisions be made through this cooperative process, underscoring the value of shared responsibility across public and private sectors. The focus remains on practical measures that support sustainable growth and improve daily life for residents while encouraging investment and opportunity across the region.