Family medicine and elderly care ahead of the new hospital, recognition of both parents in same-sex families, and greater self-sufficiency in water supply. These were the main topics addressed by Libera’s Executive Committee (Consiglio Direttivo), which met on Tuesday evening to take stock of several current issues.
Opening the meeting, secretary Giulia Muratori highlighted the recent approval of the new family law, described in the statement as “a comprehensive measure aimed at curbing the demographic decline affecting San Marino, while also providing concrete support to families.” According to Libera, the law addresses three areas: financial support, services, and time available to parents.
The discussion then turned to healthcare. “We believe,” said Giulia Muratori, “that in healthcare the priority should be family medicine and strategies to address the challenges of a community with a growing elderly population. The new hospital is undoubtedly a goal, but it certainly cannot be the only priority.”
For Libera, the ageing population therefore requires greater investment in community-based medicine, chronic disease management, and prevention, along with a reorganisation of family medicine and facilities for elderly care. The party also noted the upcoming opening of the new Borgo Health Centre and plans to rebuild the one in Murata.
The stated goal is to transform the Health Centres into “Case della Salute” (Health Homes), following a model encompassing “prevention, health education, primary diagnosis, treatment and care.” Libera believes such a reorganisation could also help reduce waiting lists and reliance on specialist visits.
Another topic addressed was the rights of same-sex parents. “Libera believes that children’s rights must take precedence over any other ideological consideration. To this end, it is absolutely essential that the Republic of San Marino recognise the right to have as parents the adults who make up the family, without discrimination based on sex,” the statement reads.
The Executive Committee therefore instructed the party’s council group to support the proposals contained in certain Arengo Petitions (Istanze d’Arengo) aimed at recognising both parents even when they are of the same sex.
Finally, the issue of water supply was addressed. Libera referred to the strategy outlined by Secretary of State Alessandro Bevitori, which envisions investments both within San Marino’s territory and along the Marecchia River. “The assembly is confident that, by the coming summer season, the Republic’s water capacity can be increased, putting an end to water emergencies,” the statement concludes.
