The central government will allocate 95.54 million euros to the municipalities of the Sierra de Guadarrama in 2026, as advance payments from the local financing system. This amount represents an increase of 8.16 million euros (9.34% more) compared to the 87.38 million planned for 2025. The measure, approved by the Council of Ministers and validated by Congress, aims to strengthen the funding of local entities and improve service provision to citizens.
Nationally, advance payments for local entities will reach 29.247 billion euros, 2.354 billion more than the previous fiscal year. Including the estimated settlement, the total volume of resources will reach a record figure of 30.073 billion euros.
In the Sierra de Guadarrama, all municipalities will experience an increase in their funding. Significant rises are noted in Collado Villalba (nearly 1.95 million euros additional), Galapagar (over 1 million euros), Torrelodones (639,089 euros more), Guadarrama (481,772 euros), and San Lorenzo de El Escorial (416,834 euros).
This financial update will enable town councils to face investments and expenses related to street maintenance, cleaning, security, cultural and sports activities, social services, and infrastructure improvements. According to PSOE sources in the Northwest area, these resources are essential for bolstering the most basic public services.
The Royal Decree-Law also includes other support measures, such as the possibility of allocating 2025 surpluses to Financially Sustainable Investments. Furthermore, financially sound town councils will not have to present Economic-Financial Plans in 2026 and 2027 if non-compliance with fiscal rules stems from the use of treasury reserves, provided they meet the Average Payment Period to suppliers.
“"Faced with the noise and disqualifications from the Popular Party, the data speaks for itself. Municipalities receive more resources from the State each year thanks to economic growth and a fiscal policy that guarantees funding for public services. Those who claim to defend municipalities should recognize that a large part of the investments and services they provide are sustained by the contribution of the Government of Spain."
