Marbella Hotel Project: Privatization or Revitalization?

Marbella's Leisure Residence: Privatization Accusations Spark Debate Marbella, Spain – The future of the former Leisure Time Residence in Marbella is causing a stir. A recent urban planning agreement aims to transform the site into a large hotel complex. However, this has led to accusations of privatization from Josele Aguilar, a socialist member of the Andalusian Parliament. Aguilar stated in a parliament session, "You are perpetrating an urban land grab in Marbella." The Andalusian government delegate in Malaga, Patricia Navarro, refutes these claims. In a press conference, Navarro stated, "There is no privatization process of the Leisure Time Residence because it will remain under the ownership of the Junta de Andalucia." She emphasized that the project focuses on improving an underutilized property. The debate continues, highlighting the complexities of urban development and public-private partnerships in Spain.