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National Court Orders New Cloning of Juanma Serrano’s Phone Amid Legal Dispute
The National Court has initiated a fresh, court-supervised copy of Juan Manuel Serrano’s phone. The move follows legal challenges over the device’s initial seizure and the validity of previous data extraction by the UCO.
Feijóo Criticises Puente for Remarks on the Crown and Government Actions
Alberto Núñez Feijóo accuses Óscar Puente of targeting the Crown and acting irresponsibly. The PP leader claims the government is undermining national unity. The dispute highlights growing political friction.
Judge Orders Second Extraction of Ex-Correos Chief’s iPhone in ‘Leire’ Case
A National Court judge has mandated a new forensic copy of Juan Manuel Serrano’s iPhone. The move aims to secure the legal validity of evidence in the ‘Leire’ case. Serrano and his lawyer were present for the procedure.
Former Sevilla FC President Offers to Help Reform Spanish Prisons
José María del Nido, ex-president of Sevilla FC, calls for a stronger focus on rehabilitation in Spanish prisons. He offers to work with authorities to improve the system after serving his own sentence.
Drug Money Laundering Schemes Expand in Cádiz Nightlife Sector
Authorities in Cádiz have uncovered complex money laundering networks tied to drug trafficking. Local nightlife businesses, frontmen, and crypto assets are at the center of ongoing investigations. The crackdown exposes new tactics used by criminal groups.
Madrid Judge Transfers ‘Caso Leire’ to National Court Amid Signs of Higher-Level Involvement
A Madrid judge has handed the ‘Caso Leire’ probe to the National Court, citing evidence of a broader criminal network. The case now points to figures with greater authority within the PSOE structure.
María Jesús Montero Faces Challenge Leading PSOE in Andalusia
María Jesús Montero takes charge of the PSOE in Andalusia after historic losses. The new coalition between PP and Vox changes the balance of power. Left-wing parties now dominate the opposition benches.
Madrid Court Probes €6.3 Million Government Penthouse Purchase
A Madrid court is investigating the acquisition of a €6.3 million penthouse by Planifica Madrid. The case involves multiple complaints, including one from the PSOE. The purchase was intended for Isabel Díaz Ayuso's temporary office.
Maxwell Cremona Faces Questions Over €1.2 Million Dividend Entry
A €1.2 million dividend appears in Maxwell Cremona's 2025 report, but financial records do not support such a payout. The discrepancy raises doubts about the accuracy of the company's filings. The issue involves the firm linked to Isabel Díaz Ayuso.
Ayuso Faces Political Storm Over Secretive Madrid Penthouse Purchase
Madrid’s government is under fire after a controversial penthouse purchase. The lack of transparency has sparked legal action and political tension. Opposition parties are intensifying pressure as the new political season begins.
Ayuso Government Awards Project for Sol Headquarters Without Tender
The Madrid regional government has granted a no-bid contract for the redesign of its main headquarters. The project, valued at nearly €60,000, precedes planned works estimated at €1.65 million. The process and scale have sparked debate.
Planifica Madrid Restores Agenda After Months of Silence on Penthouse Deal
Planifica Madrid resumed publishing its official agenda after a four-month gap. The update follows scrutiny over the hidden purchase of a luxury penthouse in Chamberí. Key details about the transaction remain undisclosed.
Madrid Government to Sell Controversial €6.3 Million Penthouse
The Madrid regional government will put a €6.3 million penthouse up for sale. The property, bought by a public company, cannot be used as planned. Officials insist the funds will aid wildfire recovery.
Catalan Antifraud Office Probes Ripoll Mayor’s Daughter’s Police Hire
Catalonia’s Antifraud Office has opened an investigation into the urgent hiring of the Ripoll mayor’s daughter as a local police officer. The process, led by Sílvia Orriols, is under review for possible legal breaches.
Ayuso Faces Scrutiny Over Unexplained Mexico Trip Expenses
Madrid's president declared only €623 in official expenses for her Mexico trip. The opposition questions who covered the rest and demands transparency. The controversy grows amid internal tensions in the regional government.
PSC Demands Independent Audit Over Ripoll Mayor’s Daughter Police Hire
Ripoll’s opposition intensifies scrutiny of the mayor after her daughter’s urgent appointment as interim police officer. PSC now demands a full independent audit of the hiring process and public disclosure of all findings.
Pedro Pacheco Reveals Lasting Impact of Prison Experience
Pedro Pacheco, ex-mayor of Jerez, shares how his prison term changed his life. He criticises the justice system and highlights the challenges of social reintegration. His story exposes deep flaws in Spain’s approach to incarceration.
Madrid PSOE Demands Urgent Assembly Session Over Chamberí Penthouse Purchase
Madrid's PSOE calls for an extraordinary Assembly meeting after the regional government’s secretive purchase of a luxury penthouse in Chamberí. The opposition demands full disclosure and documentation from Ayuso’s team.
Anticorruption Probes Oversight Failures in Generalitat Aid for Extutelados
Spain’s Anticorruption Prosecutor is investigating alleged mismanagement of Generalitat aid for young people leaving care. The probe follows warnings of poor oversight and possible phantom placements in Catalonia.
Cayetana Álvarez de Toledo Criticises Political Polarisation and Calls for Reform
Cayetana Álvarez de Toledo voices concern over Spain’s political climate. She questions the Ayuso penthouse case and defends judicial independence. The PP deputy urges a moral and political renewal.
Ripoll Mayor Faces Backlash Over Hiring Daughter as Interim Police Officer
Salvador Illa and most Catalan parties have condemned Ripoll’s mayor for appointing her daughter to the local police. The debate centers on public ethics, not legality. The case exposes tensions over transparency in municipal hiring.
A Coruña Civil Servant Exam Under Investigation for Alleged Cheating
A court in A Coruña is investigating suspected cheating in a major civil service exam. Thirty-four top scores came from one test center, raising concerns about fairness. The Ministry has not suspended appointments.
PP Leadership Avoids Direct Support for Ayuso Over Luxury Penthouse Purchase
The national leadership of the Partido Popular distanced itself from Isabel Díaz Ayuso after reports emerged about the purchase of a luxury penthouse for temporary use. The party referred all questions to Ayuso’s own explanations. Key details remain unclear.
Judge Pedraz Rejects PP Bid to Limit Guardia Civil Leadership
Judge Santiago Pedraz has refused the PP's request to suspend the command powers of Guardia Civil leaders Mercedes González and Manuel Llamas. The decision comes as both remain under investigation in the Leire Díez case.
Former Guardia Civil Director Leonardo Marcos Investigated in 'Cloacas' Case
Judge Santiago Pedraz has summoned ex-Guardia Civil director Leonardo Marcos as a suspect in the 'Cloacas' case. The investigation centers on alleged efforts to hinder judicial cases affecting the PSOE and the government.
Former Guardia Civil Chief Leonardo Marcos Charged in Leire Díez Case
Judge Santiago Pedraz has summoned Leonardo Marcos, former Guardia Civil director, as a suspect in the Leire Díez case. The move follows a request from the PP, intensifying scrutiny on alleged efforts to influence judicial proceedings.
Begoña Gómez Appoints New Lawyer Ahead of Jury Trial
Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s prime minister, has replaced her defense lawyer. The move comes as a Madrid court confirms her upcoming jury trial for influence peddling and embezzlement.
Partial Pardon for Laura Borràs Sparks Political Tensions in Catalonia
The Spanish government has granted a partial pardon to Laura Borràs, reducing her prison term. However, her 13-year ban from public office stands, fueling political debate and criticism from multiple parties.
Ripoll Mayor Faces Pressure Over Daughter’s Police Appointment
Junts per Catalunya challenges Mayor Sílvia Orriols after her daughter is hired as interim police officer. The party demands she hand over security duties to avoid a conflict of interest. The mayor defends the process.
Madrid Opposition Slams Ayuso Over Multi-Million Euro Penthouse Purchase
The Community of Madrid’s acquisition of a luxury penthouse for Isabel Díaz Ayuso’s temporary office has triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties. The lack of cost transparency and previous controversial purchases fuel the dispute.
Madrid Government Buys Luxury Penthouse for Ayuso’s Temporary Office
The Community of Madrid has purchased a 485-square-metre penthouse in Chamberí for Isabel Díaz Ayuso’s use during the Real Casa de Correos renovation. The deal, kept quiet for months, was not included in the official budget.
Ripoll Mayor’s Daughter Appointed as Local Police Officer Amid Scrutiny
Ripoll’s mayor appointed her 19-year-old daughter as an interim police officer. The process, marked by urgency and direct selection, has sparked debate over transparency. Key decisions were made by the mayor, despite legal requirements.
Santos Cerdán Considers Truck Driving Job in Milagro After Prison Release
Santos Cerdán, ex-PSOE Organization Secretary, is weighing a return to work as a truck driver in Milagro. The move could allow him to access unemployment benefits. He remains under investigation for alleged corruption.
PP Criticizes Pedro Sánchez for 'Insulting Triumphalism' Amid Political Tensions
The Partido Popular has sharply criticized Pedro Sánchez's latest political assessment, calling it disconnected from reality. While Feijóo visits Peru for Keiko Fujimori's inauguration, PP leaders intensify their rhetoric ahead of Spain's next general elections.
PSOE Staff Testify Cerdán Approved Leire Díez’s Expenses and Access
Two PSOE employees told the National Court that Santos Cerdán authorized travel expenses and parking access for Leire Díez. Their testimony intensifies the investigation into alleged interference in judicial cases linked to the party.
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