The Local Government Board of the council approved this measure on Friday, through the fourth credit modification of the municipal budget for 2026. The decision aims to cover personnel needs arising from the entry into force of Royal Decree 316/2026, which amends regulations on the rights and freedoms of foreigners in Spain.
“"It is evident that the Valencia City Council needs reinforcement in certain services given something unexpected and unforeseen like the Government's immigration regularization plan."
The Finance and Budgets councilor criticized the way the Central Executive launched this process, without prior notice, and emphasized the need for an immediate reaction to increase municipal staff and manage the procedures. The credit modification has been approved as an urgent matter to be submitted to the April plenary session for final approval.
Furthermore, the councilor indicated that needs will evolve, as incoming files must be managed and resolved, and people will continue to come for other procedures. She stressed the importance of continuous monitoring of needs and potential surprises that may arise.
The head of Finance criticized the Central Executive's treatment of municipalities across Spain, which are forced to solve problems without receiving the necessary guidelines or tools, nor a contribution to the economic reinforcement it entails. She highlighted the importance of planning to ensure that all citizens are well attended, both those seeking regularization and those carrying out other routine procedures.
