The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, announced, on Monday, November 11, the adoption of a new package of support measures for those affected by the deadly floods in the Valencia region, which represents an investment of almost 3.8 billion euros. .
The government had already announced last week a first aid plan of 10.6 billion euros after this catastrophe that left more than 220 dead. “The government is and will be present, with all the necessary means, and as long as it is necessary (…) “We will continue the work to restore normality in the areas affected by this natural disaster.”promised the head of the socialist government during a press conference.
The first aid package included support for small and medium-sized businesses, self-employed workers and households who suffered death, disability and damage to their homes or property. Pedro Sánchez assured this Monday that the support measures will be extended to a greater number of people, and that farmers will also receive new aid for a total of 200 million euros.
the time of “political debate” It will come after the reconstruction, Pedro Sánchez also assured, two days after a massive demonstration in Valencia denouncing the poor management of the floods by the authorities.
“What we must do is rebuild after this tragedy and reactivate economic and social activity”declared the Prime Minister. “Later, the political debate will focus on things to improve in the face of this climate emergency and, without a doubt, in the face of the assumption of political responsibilities that, of course, will have to be justified”continuous.
