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In Western societies, the development of the Welfare State has been accompanied by the proposal of different models of spatial organisation that help to improve spatial equity, this being a priority object of all public policy because it clearly contributes to the achievement of a greater social cohesion. Geography has contributed, from Christaller to the present, to propose territorial models that help to optimise the location of activities and services, using spatial statistics and digital cartography. At present, the study of spatial equity is again receiving the attention of the academy, in particular as regards the provision of public services and facilities in urban and metropolitan areas linked to the development of new technologies and GIS that have given applied geography a new opportunity to advance in its contribution to society. Progress in this regard is linked not only to technological applications, but also to the idea of guaranteeing equity in all areas and ensuring that the provision of public services is adequate for all citizens, particularly those likely to be excluded. This is of great importance, not only because it demonstrates the usefulness of geographical science, but also because social concern for justice is reflected in an environment that generates inequalities that, because of the social pact, are not tolerable, since the objective is to ensure an adequate quality of life for all. |
