The Valencian Parliament will host a pivotal policy session, gathering Botànic government and parliamentary groups for a comprehensive general policy debate. The session opens on the 27th, set against the backdrop of economic strain driven by the Ukraine conflict, rising inflation, and several controversial measures such as the tourist tax. This gathering serves as a prelude to the final phase before upcoming opinion polls in May 2023. Leaders from the Executive Committee, led by socialist Ximo Puig, will present the main budgetary priorities, including tax reform and the core themes shaping end-of-term policy. The right is expected to push its own narrative and advocate its remedies for the crisis. Debates will likely signal a shift in botanic policy and preview a counter-program built around the next survey cycle. With the electoral timeline looming, both sides anticipate a campaign atmosphere even before the formal campaign period begins.
Speeches will emphasize unity and a firm defense of Botànic governance, with a focus on future leadership by the entities seeking re-election and those aiming to commission a new legislature. This is a line of approach for the left bloc ahead of Consel’s anticipated parliamentary appointment, marking the president’s return to the Cortes after last July. The PSPV, Compromís, and Unides Podem will stress reforms to accelerate pending legislation, balancing the need to project cohesion before the right flank led by the PP. The parties aim to present themselves as a united front, listening to public sentiment and poll data.
Investments and employment
Ana Barceló, a leading figure in the PSPV and Alicante mayoral candidate, is determined to approach the session with a proactive mindset, while also urging the opposition to abandon what is described as temporary demagogy. A parliamentary spokesperson notes that the socialists intend to strengthen the welfare state and address the real needs of Valencians in Valencia, Alicante, and Castellón, especially as inflation squeezes family budgets. The goals center on continuing the economic agenda, sustaining job creation, and enhancing security and prosperity for years to come, with an emphasis on attracting new investments.
From Compromís, a trustee highlights that, amidst the price surge, the priority is to prevent crises from being shouldered by the most vulnerable. In the current inflationary climate, those with the highest incomes must not pull away from their responsibilities. The Botànic government is urged to respond with targeted measures, ensuring those in need receive greater support. This will shape debates in both the general policy session and the political course. Attention is drawn to the need for timely regulations before the term concludes, including climate action, the circular economy, and the tourist tax. Budgets should allocate more resources to climate protection and the preservation of natural environments.
Unides Podem, represented by a parliamentary spokesperson, calls for bold policies to meet the present challenges. The Generalitat’s latest budgets should curb inflation and support families in financial hardship while driving structural reforms the country has anticipated for years. The discussion will cover circular economy laws, animal welfare, and the tourism tax. The law aims to promote sustainable tourism and mitigate tourism’s impact on local ecosystems, with approvals anticipated for the European framework where similar measures exist. Citizens Participation Law and Cooperative Housing Law are also on the agenda as priorities.
Tax reforms and energy policy
The debate will include addressing fires in Vall d’Ebo and Bejís, with the opposition leaning on fiscal strategy and oversight of the Ministry’s handling of sensitive issues. The opposition argues that crisis responses should protect Valencian families rather than create further problems, calling for concrete measures to ease the current stress. The Popular Party emphasizes a financial reform that would lower taxes for the middle and lower classes and affirms opposition to the tourism tax. They also propose clear positions on health, economics, and social policy to guide future actions.
From Citizens, Ruth Merino argues for removing obstacles to entrepreneurship and investment, easing life for the self-employed and youth. Their stance links to post-pandemic economic recovery and the Ukraine crisis, focusing on correcting what they see as mismanagement and advocating investor-friendly reforms.
Vox returns with Ana Vega insisting that the priority is safeguarding families, freelancers, and businesses through a robust social shield that shields citizens from political fault lines. The party is prepared to challenge the incumbents, critiquing the 2030 Agenda and its ties to immigration and job displacement while pushing for accountability and alternative strategies.
In parallel, the discussion includes the modernization of nuclear industry policy and a constructive critique from all sides about taxation, incentives, and investment climate. Speakers will propose measures to stimulate industry, tourism, education, and health, including extending support programs and evaluating energy strategies to support affordable living and job creation.
The PSPV reaffirms the focus on strengthening the welfare state in response to inflation, positioning the debate as a practical, truth-aligned exploration of proposals that address the lives of families, the self-employed, and companies. The emphasis remains on proactive governance rather than rhetoric.
Other voices note that the session will push to advance Botànic goals by speeding up the passage of pending laws and reinforcing climate, circular economy, and tourism-related reforms. The aim is to secure balanced growth while safeguarding natural resources and local communities.
The session will also spotlight the Compromís commitment to accelerating reforms that ensure that crisis management does not fall on the most vulnerable. The focus remains on pragmatic lawmaking that embraces climate action, a circular economy, and the tourist tax as instruments for sustainable development.
Unides Podem highlights bold budgeting to curb price increases and support households, with a clear emphasis on housing policy and energy transitions. Pilar Lima stresses courage from partners and a policy path that aligns budgets with inflation relief and social protection.
PP leaders insist on offering a credible, concrete alternative to address health, economic, and social challenges. They reiterate opposition to the tourism tax and push for targeted tax relief and health policy improvements. The aim is to present a realistic plan that resonates with Valencians.
Citizens underscore the need to remove barriers to entrepreneurship and investment, focusing on economic recovery post-crisis and Ukraine-related disruptions. The goal is to present clear solutions that reduce friction for businesses and new ventures.
Vox presents a consistent line: protect families and working people with a strong protective shield while resisting policies deemed harmful to job creation. The party anticipates vocal engagement during the session and beyond, calling for accountability and alternative approaches to immigration and labor issues.