Pedro San Ginés, senator and general secretary of Coalición Canaria (CC) on Lanzarote, commented on María Dolores Corujo’s absences from meetings at the Cabildo during an interview on Crónicas Radio. He stated that Corujo’s role as a parliamentarian does not excuse her absence from local government sessions and emphasised the importance of fulfilling her duties.
In response to Corujo’s recent attempts to accuse Oswaldo Betancort regarding the plenary sessions, San Ginés clarified that the public prosecutor’s office indicated that the Cabildo cannot modify its agenda due to Corujo’s parliamentary status. He pointed out that this was ironic coming from someone who had previously neglected her responsibilities during her own presidential tenure.
San Ginés also defended CC’s candidate for the upcoming general elections, Daisy Villalba, dismissing claims that she is merely a plan B after David de La Hoz’s proposal was rejected. He described Villalba as well-connected in social circles and suggested she could help unite over 20 parties in a common nationalist project led by Teodoro Sosa.
Criticising the PSOE, he asserted that their recent actions concerning budget allocations and the alleged ‘protection’ of Ángel Vázquez were hypocritical, given that they owe €300,000 for improperly influencing a transfer of allegiance to secure Corujo’s position. He underscored the need for transparency and accountability in handling public funds.
San Ginés expressed optimism about the upcoming elections, lauding the recent rally in Fuerteventura as a testament to CC’s mobilising capacity, contrasting it with Lanzarote’s own campaign efforts. He acknowledged the challenges faced by nationalist parties in gaining visibility during the general elections but expressed confidence in the party’s ability to push for better representation.
In regard to Villalba, he noted that her independent background could attract support from a broader electorate, encouraging voters to see her as a trustworthy candidate. He emphasised the importance of Coalición Canaria’s ongoing commitment to social policies and community engagement as part of their electoral strategy.
Finally, he highlighted the need to address practical issues, such as parking fees at airports in the Canary Islands, advocating for better management that reflects the unique travel patterns of residents.
