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400,000 people have participated, according to the local police-in the demonstration called by the irrigators in defense of the Tajo-Segura
The Mayor, Miguel Ángel Cámara, reiterated that the current system of exploitation of the Tajo-Segura is untouchable in any aspect that is detrimental to Murcia.
"But also, he added," we must try to increase because existing flows are insufficient. "
House has led the massive demonstration that took place this afternoon in Murcia, along with the President of the Autonomous Community, Ramón Luis Valcárcel, the Generalitat Valenciana, mayors of municipalities in the Region of Murcia, Castellon, Valencia, Alicante and Almeria , farmers, irrigators, unions, political parties and organizations.
About 400,000 people, according to local police sources, have taken to the streets in defense of the Tajo-Segura.
The Mayor pointed out that it is an "indispensable need for this land receive a steady flow contribution over time to ensure the development and welfare of Murcia" since "it is time to denounce the policy which clearly harms the interests and rights of the Region. "
The Chamber is essential to be reached to establish a system ensuring the Mediterranean arc supply and provision of water for human and economic activity, "for our welfare and employment."
The Mayor reminded that denying that we need water for all "would seriously undermine the present and future of our town and its inhabitants", which is why it is essential that "once again reclaim the water essential to ensure our survival."
House believes that "we must reclaim the water we need and it is vital for our region to talk with optimism for employment, development and welfare."
Therefore, the Mayor believes that "we must continue to act as the Regional Government with the support of those who have public responsibilities: Saying what we can not touch because it is basic."
Chamber concluded by expressing his hope that "this was the last time we have to speak out to reclaim the water we need for our future and that the National Government to assume its responsibilities, recovering the policy of solidarity of the transfers."
March 18 demonstration in Murcia in defense of the transfer:
Report I
http://www.murcia.com/region/fotos/2009/manifestacion-defensa-trasvase/
Report II
http://www.totana.com/cgi-bin/manifestacion-murcia-defensa-trasvase-2009.asp
Source: Ayuntamiento de Murcia
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