Sánchez pledges urgent support for train tragedy victims and vows to restore trust in high-speed rail
Spain’s government will approve an emergency support package on Tuesday for those affected by the Urda rail disaster, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced, alongside a commitment to establish what caused the crash and restore public confidence in high-speed train travel. Speaking in Barcelona on Monday, Sánchez said assistance would include... The post Sánchez pledges urgent support for train…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez pledged urgent assistance for victims of the Urda train disaster on Tuesday, alongside a commitment to uncover the cause and rebuild trust in high-speed rail. Speaking in Barcelona, Sánchez announced financial measures, including advance compensation payments, doubled compensation from passenger insurance, improved temporary incapacity cover, and specialized support offices for victims and their families.
At least 69 people were killed and 34 remain hospitalized after two high-speed trains collided in Urda, Toledo. The emergency package is set to be discussed at the Cabinet on Tuesday. Sánchez vowed to provide 'rigorous transparency' in the investigation and promised 'complete transparency' in establishing the crash's causes. The government faces scrutiny over the collision, with the opposition demanding Sánchez's appearance before parliament instead of the transport minister.
Sánchez defended public services, thanking emergency crews, healthcare workers, and residents for their assistance, and argued that sustained investment in these services is essential. He also addressed European politics, condemning far-right groups for seeking to undermine the EU.
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