Madrid Airport Homeless Crisis: Aena and City Council Find Common Ground

Madrid-Barajas Airport Homeless Crisis: Aena and City Council Reach Agreement A significant agreement has been reached between Aena, the Spanish airport authority, and the Madrid City Council to address the growing issue of homelessness at Madrid-Barajas Airport. For weeks, over 400 individuals have been sleeping at the airport, creating a tense situation between the two governing bodies. The agreement, reached this afternoon, outlines a plan for a comprehensive census of those affected. The census will be carried out by the NGO Fresno and is expected to be completed by June. Aena will cover the costs of the census, demonstrating a commitment to resolving the situation. Furthermore, weekly technical meetings will be held to monitor progress and ensure effective collaboration between Aena and the City Council. "We have reached an agreement for the realization of this identification and individualization process of the people at Barajas Airport," stated a representative from the Madrid City Council. This will allow for the provision of the best possible social assistance based on individual needs. The agreement signifies a significant step towards addressing a pressing social issue and demonstrates cooperation between public authorities and NGOs. The weekly meetings will ensure ongoing dialogue and efficient problem-solving. The commitment to funding and support from Aena indicates a long-term approach to assisting those experiencing homelessness.