In the final stretch of the political term, the People's Party in the Assembly of Madrid has secured the definitive approval of two significant laws this Thursday: the Hunting and Fishing Law and the Support for Family Businesses Law. This is complemented by the anticipated approval of the law on the Unborn Child in an extraordinary session scheduled for July 2nd.
The main legislative development is the approval of the new Basic Charter for Radio Televisión Madrid. This document, which outlines the objectives of the regional public broadcasting entity, has been passed with a simple majority after failing to pass in a previous vote. The aim is to "continue serving the people of Madrid," as stated.
Among the incorporated modifications is a validity period of eight years, extendable, the reinforcement of the program contract, and the inclusion of guiding principles such as "media and digital literacy, technological neutrality, equality, diversity, and child protection."
The opposition groups, Más Madrid, PSOE-M, and Vox, have reiterated their rejection, arguing that Telemadrid has become a "propaganda arm" contrary to objectivity and plurality, particularly since Isabel Díaz Ayuso assumed the presidency. They point to a period marked by "outsourcing," "precarious employment," and "losses" in audience and prestige.
The opposition also criticizes the "elimination" of "any mention of control bodies, independence, or participation," such as the Editorial Board or the Style Guide.
The plenary session also saw the definitive shelving of the creation of an Investigative Commission into the management of the Canal de Isabel II Group during its international expansion, particularly in Latin America. The initiative, presented by the Socialist Parliamentary Group, was rejected by the People's Party's absolute majority.
Furthermore, Más Madrid's attempt to reverse the changes introduced in 2023 to the Law on Gender Identity and Expression and Social Equality and Non-Discrimination was also unsuccessful. These changes included aspects like gender self-determination and the prohibition of conversion therapies.
