EDATV Pedro Sánchez spent more than 28,000 euros of public funds during his vacation.
This expenditure is broken down into various concepts that have caused widespread public debate and numerous criticisms.
Pedro Sánchez charged the public treasury a total of 28,163.80 euros during his summer stay at the official residence of La Mareta. This expense is broken down into various items that have caused widespread public debate and numerous criticisms.
Of the total amount, 13,000 euros correspond to food and drink consumed during his stay. This particular figure has sparked controversy, as it is considered a high expense at a time of economic difficulties for many Spanish families.
This is in addition to 7,747 euros allocated for accommodation and another 7,482.78 euros for transportation. This includes the costs of transport in official planes, vehicles, and other services related to the president of the Government's travel. As well as his team's during the vacation days.
Details of the Presidential Stay
Pedro Sánchez arrived at La Mareta on August 12. A residence characterized by its exclusivity and its use for high-ranking officials. During the 14 days he was there.
The president briefly interrupted his rest to attend an official event in La Palma on August 23. Where he participated remotely in the Council of Ministers held on August 27.
La Mareta, located in Costa Teguise, was a gift from King Hussein of Jordan to King Juan Carlos I. Who later ceded the residence to the Spanish State to be managed by National Heritage. This mansion stands out not only for its historical value but also for the high costs associated with its maintenance and operation.
Maintenance Costs of La Mareta
In addition to the direct vacation expenses, the annual cost of maintaining La Mareta amounts to 13,853.01 euros. This figure includes various repairs and improvements necessary to keep the facilities in optimal condition.
Among the Most Notable Expenses Are:
8,202.78 euros allocated to general maintenance, which covers plumbing, masonry, and machinery maintenance work.
2,996 euros used to renew the paint on pavements and exteriors.
492.83 euros for the repair of the pumping system.
2,161.40 euros spent on repairs to the installations of the artificial lake's machine room located on the premises.
Additionally, the residence has four permanent employees whose total salary mass was 149,774.46 euros in the year 2023.
The expenditure of more than 28,000 euros on a vacation, added to the maintenance of the residence, has provoked a new wave of criticism toward the president of the Government. The opposition has requested a thorough review of the use of public resources allocated for vacation purposes. Furthermore, greater transparency in the expense reports associated with this type of activity.
The criticisms focus mainly on the need to justify the expenses related to meals, transportation, and accommodation services. Additionally, the use of official planes and vehicles for purposes not directly related to governmental activity has been questioned.
The controversy has also fueled the debate about the use of La Mareta as an official residence. Although its initial purpose was to serve as accommodation for high-ranking officials, the opposition argues that its maintenance poses an excessive burden on public coffers and suggests exploring more economical alternatives.
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