Valencia Superior Court Takes Action Against Government Inaction During DANA Alert
The Contentious Administrative Chamber of the Superior Court of Justice of the Community of Valencia (TSJCV) has initiated proceedings regarding a complaint made by an individual concerning the inaction of the Generalitat president, Carlos Mazón, and the Agency of Security and Emergencies in managing the DANA (Isolated Depression at High Levels) alert. According to a statement released by the high court, the court has ordered the compilation of relevant administrative files.
The court’s directive, which has been reported by the newspaper La Razón, specifies that a formal communication must be sent to the Generalitat. This request aims to ensure that the officials responsible for the relevant departments are made aware that these administrative files are to be disclosed. The communication will confirm that the submission will be validated in accordance with Article 48 of the Law regulating the Contentious Administrative Jurisdiction. This article mandates that the required administrative documents be submitted within a strict timeframe of twenty days.
The stipulation further dictates that the files be provided in a fully electronic format, paginated and authenticated, and should include a corresponding authenticated index of the contained documents. Additionally, the Generalitat is tasked with designating the specific body accountable for adhering to this judicial order.
This legal move highlights the ongoing scrutiny of government responses during critical alerts such as DANA, and aims to ensure accountability within the regional administration while emphasizing the importance of timely and effective communication during emergencies.
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