Vox will propose amendments to the Valencian budget law, seeking to prioritize national interests in social aid and housing. The party also aims to cut subsidies for unions and business groups by another 20%.
Vox has announced plans to introduce amendments to the Valencian government's 2026 budget support law, aiming to enshrine the principle of national priority in social assistance, public housing access, and support for domestic products. The move comes as the regional parliament debates the Generalitat's budget and faces full amendments from opposition parties PSPV and Compromís.
José María Llanos, Vox's spokesperson in Les Corts Valencianes, confirmed that his group will push for a new 20% reduction in subsidies allocated to business associations and trade unions. This cut would be applied on top of the previous 30% reduction, bringing the total decrease to 50% compared to the original allocation. Llanos emphasized that these measures are part of the agreements reached with the Partido Popular and warned that Vox's support for the budget depends on their implementation.
The proposed amendments also target the criteria for accessing public housing, reinforcing requirements such as local ties and continuous residence in the municipality. While Llanos expressed satisfaction with some of the measures already included in the draft law, he made it clear that Vox will seek further changes to ensure their priorities are reflected, particularly regarding fiscal policy and spending cuts.
Vox continues to advocate for a significant reduction in funding for the Acadèmia Valenciana de la Llengua, maintaining pressure on the institution despite recent statements from its outgoing president, Verònica Cantó, who said she was unaware of any new budget cuts. Llanos stated he has no intention of discussing the matter with Cantó, reiterating Vox's stance on reducing what they see as unnecessary expenses.
The debate over the 2026 budget highlights ongoing tensions within the Valencian government coalition and the influence Vox holds over fiscal policy. The party insists on eliminating duplications in public spending and prioritizing support for young people seeking to establish their lives in the region. According to the current draft, some previously agreed cuts could not be fully implemented due to existing commitments, but Vox remains determined to see their negotiated measures enforced in the final budget.
For context, the law of accompanying measures is a key legislative tool in Spain's autonomous communities, allowing governments to introduce fiscal and administrative changes alongside the annual budget. In recent years, debates over public funding for unions, business groups, and cultural institutions like the Acadèmia Valenciana de la Llengua have become flashpoints in regional politics. The outcome of these negotiations will shape not only the distribution of public funds but also the criteria for social support and housing in the Valencian Community.
