Málaga City Council has announced that it will abolish horse-drawn carriages for tourists as a measure to support animal welfare and the controversy surrounding it. However, opinions among the public are sharply divided on this issue.
This decision is in response to many years of public petitions and advocacy. animal welfare organization Pulling horse-drawn carriages full of tourists, especially during the hottest months, leaves the animals exhausted and dehydrated.
For Mayor Paco de la Torre, it’s all about promoting the city as a modern destination that respects animal welfare. The city council will pay you back. coachman A person who operates a horse-drawn carriage for the remaining 11 years on his/her license.
The coachmen, who will effectively be out of work, are urging Congress to do something to find them new jobs and compensate them for years of investment in equipment and stables.
Other cities in Andalusia, particularly Seville and Ronda, are considering abolishing this tradition. In Málaga, they are preparing to say goodbye to one of the city’s most emblematic and traditional attractions, and hope that a fair settlement can be reached with the coachmen.
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