For the Ministry of Public Works, 34.6% in cutbacks to budgeted projects means that deciding which projects to undertake requires extra attention and effort.
When in a position of political power it is tempting to not execute infrastructure projects, as this paper has criticized previously. It is also easy, especially at the height of an economic crisis, to misjudge what projects can make the best social and commercial impact.
The AVE train to Galicia and Basque's high-speed Y train have been altered by the majority of Ana Pastor's budget cuts. It is important to complete these projects, but the fact that Galicia and Basque have elections in the near future raises suspicions. The government must avoid showing favoritism to its contractors.
