Barcelona City Council has unanimously approved a controversial motion led by the People’s Party to expand Barcelona's Airport. The ruling socialist coalition supported the initiative, advocating for enhanced capacity while maintaining environmental standards. Concerns were voiced by opposition parties regarding the ecological implications of increased air traffic. In conjunction with this plan, the Council has mandated that a feasibility report be submitted within a month to ensure transparency in the decision-making process. The expansion aims to bolster Barcelona's global tourism appeal while grappling with pressing sustainability issues.
Barcelona's City Council approved an expansion plan for the airport, prioritizing environmental safeguards alongside growth, though minority parties expressed strong opposition.
The approved motion emphasizes political consensus among the ruling party and others, with a strong push for maintaining environmental standards during the expansion.
Councillors demanded transparency regarding a delayed feasibility report on the airport expansion, highlighting the importance of communication in decision-making processes.
Concerns were raised about the expansion's environmental impact, especially in the context of a broader push for sustainability in city infrastructure.
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