The PNV has framed the core of the discussion as a lack of political will, following accusations from the EH Bildu coalition that the jeltzale party was “lying” and “deceiving citizens” in the debate surrounding the PGOU.
Last week, the Zumaia municipal plenary provisionally approved the PGOU, which will define the urban development direction of the municipality for the coming years. This approval occurred with votes in favor from EH Bildu and against from the opposition. The PNV stated that the planning does not adequately address the local housing crisis, justifying its stance by pointing out that the plan's duration is too short and the number of new homes projected is insufficient.
According to the abertzale coalition, the measures proposed by the PNV are not viable, and they accused the jeltzale group of “deceiving citizens” for partisan interests. The PNV, for its part, did not refer to EH Bildu's amendments to its proposals, but rather to the tone used by the coalition leading the municipal government.
“"EH Bildu has stated that the PGOU limits the construction of a maximum of 680 homes over 20 years, and that this is a lie: “It states that 800 can be built, and with the possibility of splitting, that figure can rise to 1,090.” PNV councilors —representatives of the popular will— have gone so far as to personally disqualify. When our sole objective is to defend what is best for Zumaia and its residents, calling democratically elected public representatives 'liars' is not a sign of institutional respect, nor of the collaborative atmosphere the town needs."
The jeltzale group has defended that criticizing decisions and public management in politics is “totally legitimate,” and has lamented that it is “not the first time that EH Bildu has shown this style.” According to the PNV, “this style, rather than showing solidity, shows nervousness.”
