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Maresme demands a radical change in its mobility: ERC proposes a new railway model

Esquerra Republicana demands a radical change in the railway model of Maresme due to growing structural mobility issues.

Marta Sanz
Marta Sanz
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Maresme demands a radical change in its mobility: ERC proposes a new railway model
Maresme demands a radical change in its mobility: ERC proposes a new railway model

A call for the transformation of transport in Maresme

The Esquerra Republicana MP, Lluïsa Llop, has raised a crucial issue for the future of Maresme: the need for a structural change in the region's mobility model. During a recent control session in the Parlament de Catalunya, Llop questioned the Minister of Territory, Sílvia Paneque, highlighting that the current problems are not merely temporary, but reflect an obsolete system that does not adapt to current demographic and social needs.

With a population expected to reach 470,000 by 2026, Maresme has experienced significant growth over the last four decades. However, its transport infrastructure remains tied to a model designed for a very different reality. “We do not have a temporary mobility problem; we have a structural problem,” emphasized Llop, underscoring the urgency of addressing this situation.

One of the critical points addressed was the R1 railway line, essential for daily commutes in the region. The MP denounced the aging and operational deficiencies of this infrastructure, which includes a single track in the north of Maresme and serious accessibility issues. Moreover, she mentioned how these factors increase vulnerability to adverse climatic phenomena.

In light of this bleak outlook, ERC has urged the Government to conduct a comprehensive study on the future of the Maresme railway corridor. Llop requested not only temporary measures or immediate plans but also a long-term vision that considers alternatives such as the gradual relocation of the R1 to more suitable inland areas.

Aside from the train, Llop also criticized the deficiencies in the road transport system. According to her statements, many routes are not adequately sized to serve as viable alternatives when the train fails. This particularly affects the inland municipalities where options are limited or insufficient.

The lack of regional coordination further exacerbates these territorial inequalities. “There are towns where reaching the hospital can take more than 45 minutes using public transport,” warned Llop, who demanded clear commitments from the Government: to develop a specific plan with a regional vision and prioritize improvements both in the R1 and other transport systems.

Llop concluded her intervention by demanding real political leadership and strategic planning in the face of what she considers temporary and ineffective patches. “Maresme needs concrete and effective actions,” she asserted.

Marta Sanz

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