Illa congratulates Vilà on his appointment and Rull celebrates his roots in Catalunya

The appointment of Octavi Vilà as the new Archbishop of Barcelona has been positively received by the Catalan Church and political leaders. Salvador Illa, President of the Generalitat, praised Vilà's previous work in Girona and thanked outgoing Cardinal Juan José Omella for his contributions. Josep Rull, President of the Parliament, highlighted Vilà's deep understanding of Catalonia and his close connection to the people. Other church leaders, including Joan Planellas and Manel Gasch, expressed their support, emphasizing Vilà's knowledge of the ecclesiastical reality in Catalonia. Omella, who faced challenges during his tenure, also endorsed Vilà, noting his ability to foster unity. Political figures from Junts and the CUP acknowledged Vilà's sensitivity to Catalan identity, marking a hopeful new chapter for the Church in Catalonia.