Girona City Council has described the minimum services set by the Generalitat for the indefinite strike by Girona+Neta workers as “insufficient”. The strike began at midnight on Monday in Girona, according to local officials.
Sergi Cot, the Councillor for Climate Action, explained that the council had requested organic waste collection every 48 hours. He warned that the municipal government would monitor the strike's progress closely. Emergency services could be activated if there is a risk to public health, Cot said.
Council Monitors Strike Impact
“We will see how the coming hours unfold,” Cot stated. He also asked for cooperation from residents and businesses to reduce waste generation as much as possible during the dispute. The council's primary concern is maintaining sanitary conditions across the city.
The industrial action by Girona+Neta, the company responsible for waste collection and street cleaning, could lead to significant disruptions. The council's call for increased minimum services highlights the potential for uncollected rubbish to accumulate, particularly organic waste, which poses a greater health risk.
Moving forward, the council will continue discussions with the Generalitat and Girona+Neta to find a resolution. The immediate focus remains on mitigating the strike's impact on public health and city cleanliness.
