Spanish Ministry Decides Against Migrant Center at Ciudad Real Airport
The Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security, and Migration in Spain has officially stated that plans to establish a migrant center at Ciudad Real Airport have been scrapped. After several weeks of consideration and technical evaluations, the decision has been made to not proceed with the construction of an Emergency Attention and Referral Center, marking it as the fifth such facility intended for assisting migrants in the region.
In a recent press release, officials from Elma Saiz's department outlined that despite a noticeable increase in migrant arrivals compared to the previous year, the current circumstances and projections for the final quarter influenced the decision to channel resources into alternative solutions.
The Ministry reiterated its commitment to exploring various locations throughout the country to integrate into the Humanitarian Assistance and International Protection System. This system is designed to be adaptable, meeting the needs of migrants and providing vital resources to ease the pressures faced at primary entry points, including the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, and the southern areas of the mainland.
Furthermore, the Ministry emphasized its ongoing commitment to finding suitable sites for this fifth center, highlighting the importance of inter-territorial solidarity and collaborative support from various governmental bodies in addressing the complex challenges presented by migration. The officials stated that the collective effort is essential in tackling the common issues related to migration adequately.
In summary, while Ciudad Real Airport will not be repurposed for migrant services, the Spanish government maintains its focus on finding effective solutions to provide necessary assistance to those arriving in the country.
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