The anticipated extension of Metro Line 10 in Madrid, aimed at connecting Alcorcón with Móstoles, has faced another setback. This initiative, which would have included an additional station in Alcorcón's Ensanche Sur, has been a topic of discussion in various municipal plenary sessions and the Madrid Assembly.
María Acín, a deputy from Más Madrid, had previously requested a technical and feasibility study for this extension to the Manuela Malasaña station in Móstoles in February, but her proposal was rejected then, foreshadowing the current decision.
“"Ladies and gentlemen, it is worth remembering that the planning of metro infrastructures cannot be based on a sum of whims or specific demands, but on objective technical criteria supported by real demand and, no less important, with economic sustainability."
During the latest session of the Assembly of the Community of Madrid, the PSOE-M presented a proposal for this extension, highlighting the importance of the connection for Alcorcón and Móstoles. However, the Popular Party rejected it, arguing for the necessity of basing planning on technical criteria and economic sustainability.
“"At this moment, priorities must focus on areas with greater growth and impact on mobility, especially when other alternatives such as Cercanías or interurban buses already exist in these areas."
PP parliamentarian Enrique Serrano added that current priorities are focused on areas with higher growth and mobility demand, where existing transport alternatives like Cercanías or interurban buses are already available. This marks the second rejection of the extension, following a similar decision made months ago by the director of the Regional Transport Consortium (CRTM).
