A railway crisis and placating a nail construction sector, the challenges for Cuerpo after the 'Puente era'

Carlos Cuerpo takes over as Minister of Transport following the deadly train crash in Urda, facing urgent challenges in railway safety and public works contracts. The railway sector is in turmoil after the incident, with unions demanding better maintenance and safety measures. Cuerpo's immediate tasks include calming union tensions and overseeing the leadership of Adif, the railway infrastructure manager. He also inherits a significant investment plan for Aena and a road maintenance program amid rising construction costs due to inflation. The government aims to address these issues while managing the fallout from the recent tragedies and ensuring the safety of rail operations.