Vox leader defends 'national priority' in Andalusia aid and housing

Manuel Gavira, the Vox leader in Andalusia and soon-to-be vice president of the regional government, has defended the inclusion of the 'national priority' principle in the coalition agreement with the PP. Gavira argued that most Spaniards support prioritizing nationals for social aid and public housing, citing limited resources as justification. Source: ABC; Infobae

Key details

• Gavira stated that 'arraigo' (rootedness) is just one of several criteria that could be used to modify access to benefits, alongside economic, social, family, or educational factors. Source: Infobae
• He emphasized that the agreement will use Andalusia's legal instruments and a proposed law to push the central government to change the Immigration Law, particularly Article 35.2 regarding unaccompanied minors. Source: Infobae
• The agreement also includes deregulation measures to simplify administrative procedures, aiming to boost wealth and employment. Source: ABC

Reactions and context

Gavira expressed satisfaction that Vox will enter the Andalusian government, claiming 'Andalusians win with this agreement.' The PP's Juanma Moreno secured 68 votes (53 PP, 15 Vox) for his investiture. Sources note that the pact is similar to those in other regions where Vox governs with the PP.