In Catalonia there are 947 towns and villages, 134 of which have fewer than 200 inhabitants and evidence reveals that depopulation is a common theme in many corners of Catalonia. This is a serious problem inasmuch as smaller hamlets provide Catalonia with vital balance, they are part of our rural tradition and our past, and they are home to natural, cultural and historic heritage that must be preserved. Many of these small towns and villages are scantly financed and their basic public services are too far away. It is vital to prioritise a special plan for microtowns, with the necessary administrative and technical support and joint funding, to help address specific needs. Mayors of smaller settlements, along with supra-municipal administrations, must collectively help to develop a special plan for each microtown in Catalonia. Aside from addressing structural problems relating to basic healthcare, education and connectivity, among other aspects, this plan must enable microtowns to be at the forefront of environmental and energy sustainability.
Catalunya 2022
RESET: Call to reactivate Catalonia
ACTION 11.5