The municipal Plenary of Leganés has given the green light to the reform of the Animal Protection Centre thanks to the decisive vote of the mayor. The measure aims to improve the facilities for animal welfare in the city.
The city of Leganés has made progress in improving its infrastructure dedicated to animal welfare, following the approval in the municipal Plenary of a reform for the Animal Protection Centre. This decision was made possible by the mayor's casting vote, which broke a tie in the voting. The proposal was supported by the parties that make up the local Government, PP and ULEG, while the opposition groups, PSOE, Más Madrid and Podemos-IU-Alianza Verde, expressed their opposition, and Vox chose to abstain. This outcome reflects the current political tensions in the municipality, where decisions are often very closely contested. The budgetary modification necessary to carry out this reform will be financed with credit surplus and part of the municipal surplus, although the exact amount and details regarding the works to be carried out have not yet been specified. The Animal Protection Centre plays a crucial role in Leganés, as it is responsible for sheltering and caring for abandoned or lost animals. The future adaptation of the centre is seen as an urgent necessity to ensure a suitable environment for these vulnerable animals. Despite government support, the lack of consensus among the different political groups highlights the difficulties the City Council faces in managing its resources and priorities. Compared to previous years, when similar reforms were carried out without such political controversy, this case stands out for its current polarization. With this initial approval, the next step will be to continue with the necessary budgetary processing to execute the planned works. Citizens interested in learning more about how to contribute to animal welfare can find information through the official website of the City Council or visit the centre directly.





