Hospitality entrepreneurs in Guardamar del Segura protest

Hospitality entrepreneurs in Guardamar del Segura have united in opposition to new regulations. The measure requires them to remove their patio furniture and equipment every evening. The regulations also ban fixed furnishings such as planters and tables. Local bars and restaurants consider the rules absurd and are expressing their anger about the consequences for their businesses.

Complaint letter submitted

Around seventy bar and restaurant owners have filed a joint letter of complaint with the Guardamar City Council. In this letter, the hospitality entrepreneurs in Guardamar del Segura express their concerns about the impact of the regulations on their business operations. The action group, which was formed in response to this situation, has made plans for protests. The group also plans to request talks with the city council. In addition, they want to inform residents about the consequences of the new measures.

Origin of the regulation

The city council originally approved the measure in 2022. They state that the entrepreneurs involved have had sufficient time to adapt to the new rules. However, the implementation of the rules is causing unrest, especially among local entrepreneurs. They fear negative effects on their turnover and the daily functioning of their terraces.

Negative consequences for entrepreneurs

The regulations prohibit the use of fixed tables and markings such as planters on the terraces. After closing time, these may not remain standing. Entrepreneurs are concerned that the daily removal and reconstruction of their terraces entails extra work and costs. This can also cause unnecessary noise for local residents.

Future Concern

Entrepreneurs point out that they may not be able to start the next day if there are cars on the spots where their terraces should be. These terraces are located on public land for which the entrepreneurs make payments to the Guardamar municipality.

Escalation of protests

Discontent among hospitality entrepreneurs in Guardamar del Segura continues to grow, and the question arises whether the city council will be prepared to revise or adapt the regulations in the future. The situation is being closely monitored, and it is expected that the protests will escalate further in the coming weeks. The entrepreneurs hope for a constructive dialogue with the city council to find a solution that can serve both their interests and the regulations.

Read more regional news from the Costa Blanca region at our media partner Benidorm News

Want to advertise in the Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol or multiple Costas? Read all about it here!