The city council of Orihuela has announced an extensive plan to renovate and repair twenty-seven children’s parks across the urban area, Orihuela Costa, and surrounding districts, with a total investment of five hundred and eighty-nine thousand one hundred and twenty-one euros. Mayor Pepe Vegara and Infrastructure Councillor Víctor Valverde have highlighted that this initiative addresses long-standing requests from local families and aims to improve the safety and quality of play areas.

Councillor Valverde noted the evident deterioration of playgrounds due to over a decade without investment. The council has committed to reversing this trend, responding to urgent demands from parents witnessed during demonstrations shortly after the current administration took office. He reported that the municipality has around one hundred and seventy child play areas, most of which were established between two thousand and two thousand eleven, and that many have been neglected since.

The new project, led by municipal technical services, prioritises safety and daily usability. Specific allocations include repairs to parks such as Parque Poeta Miguel Hernández and Parque de la Plaza Alfonso XIII, with investments of sixteen thousand four hundred and fifteen euros and additional funding allocated for nine parks in Orihuela Costa and sixteen areas in nearby districts. Overall projected costs, including necessary safety and compliance certifications, amount to four hundred and nine thousand one hundred and forty thousand euros.

Looking ahead, Councillor Valverde announced plans for further interventions before the end of two thousand twenty-five, to replace damaged safety rubber and improve play equipment. Mayor Vegara emphasised the project’s significance within a broader strategy to enhance overall infrastructure across Orihuela, ensuring that investments are equitably distributed amongst the urban centre, coastal areas, and districts, promising a safer and more enjoyable community for families and children.