The Martos Local Migration Commission met this morning to finalize preparations for the upcoming olive harvest campaign. The primary objective of the meeting was to consolidate all available resources to ensure that individuals arriving to work in the city are provided with the best possible conditions during their stay.
The first decision made was the opening date for the Temporary Worker Care Center, which is scheduled for November 16th. However, the possibility of advancing this date if circumstances require it is being considered. The meeting was chaired by the mayor, Emilio Torres, and the Councilor for Equality, Ana Matilde Expósito.
Mayor Emilio Torres stated that the forum's purpose is to analyze the upcoming campaign, with the harvest expected to begin in earnest the second week of November, depending on the weather. "We will adapt and adjust the opening of the Temporary Worker Care Center, as well as other resources, to that date," he explained. Given the expectation of high attendance, a special security detail will be deployed, prioritizing humane and dignified treatment for the workers.
Representatives from various entities and organizations attended the meeting, including Cruz Roja (Red Cross), Cáritas, the information point managed by Poblado Mundo, CC OO (Comisiones Obreras), SAE (Servicios Andaluces de Empleo), the Guardia Civil (Civil Guard), the Policía Local (Local Police), the social worker for the Settled Immigrant Population Care program, and Municipal Social Services.
The Temporary Worker Care Center in Martos will have 29 places: 24 for men, four for women, and one adapted. Services offered will include breakfast, lunch, dinner, personal hygiene, transportation, and laundry. The information point located at the bus station will be open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 14:00, with extended afternoon hours from 17:00 to 20:00, and will be staffed by a mediator from Poblado Mundo.
