Madrid Government Official Requests Relocation of Shakira Concerts Over Safety Concerns at Iberdrola Music Venue

The Government Delegate in Madrid, Francisco Martín, has formally requested Mayor José Luis Martínez Almeida to reconsider authorizing mass events at the Iberdrola Music venue in Villaverde due to safety concerns. The request specifically mentions three upcoming concerts by Colombian singer Shakira scheduled for September. Martín cited inadequate accessibility, mobility, and security conditions, referencing previous incidents at events like Mad Cool festival and a Harry Styles concert. He urged either implementing improvements or relocating events to safer venues. In response, regional official Jorge Rodrigo guaranteed the concerts would proceed with all safety measures, criticizing the delegate's intervention as obstructive.