A court in A Coruña is investigating suspected cheating in a major civil service exam after the 34 highest scores came from one test center, raising concerns about fairness. The Ministry has not suspended appointments.
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. Basic details remain unclear.
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.
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.
Judge Santiago Pedraz has summoned Leonardo Marcos, former director of the Guardia Civil, as a suspect in the Leire Díez case. The move follows a request from the PP and intensifies scrutiny of alleged efforts to influence judicial proceedings.
Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s prime minister, has replaced her defense lawyer as a Madrid court confirms her upcoming jury trial on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement.
Claims that Spain’s government partially pardoned Laura Borràs remain unverified. The reported legal developments concern another Catalan politician, Meritxell Borràs, and have fueled political debate.
Junts per Catalunya has challenged Mayor Sílvia Orriols after her daughter was hired as an interim police officer. The party wants Orriols to hand over security duties to avoid a conflict of interest, while the mayor defends the process.
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.
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 was kept quiet for months and was not included in the official budget.
Ripoll’s mayor appointed her 19-year-old daughter as an interim police officer. The urgent, direct selection process has raised questions about transparency. The mayor made basic decisions despite regulations requiring officials to recuse themselves from hiring processes involving direct relatives.
Santos Cerdán, former PSOE Organization Secretary, is weighing a return to work as a truck driver in Milagro. The move could help establish his eligibility for unemployment benefits. He remains under investigation for alleged corruption.
The Partido Popular has sharply criticized Pedro Sánchez's latest political assessment, calling it disconnected from reality. As Feijóo visits Peru for Keiko Fujimori's inauguration, PP leaders are intensifying their rhetoric ahead of Spain's next general elections.
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.
The Kitchen case trial has ended after more than three months and 37 sessions. Prosecutors are seeking prison terms for former officials accused of spying on ex-PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas. The verdict is now pending.
José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero’s attempt to justify receiving expensive jewelry has sparked public debate. His explanation challenges established ethical standards for officials and raises broader questions about political accountability in Spain.
The investigation into alleged public works rigging involving Santos Cerdán is intensifying. Authorities are now targeting family bank accounts and seeking records from companies tied to the case. New evidence could reshape the legal field.
José Manuel Villarejo’s lawyer says the Kitchen case was orchestrated by Luis Bárcenas and journalists. The defense rejects allegations of a state-backed operation to seize sensitive PP files as the trial nears its conclusion.
A major drug network in Valencia paid Guardia Civil officers up to 20% to move cocaine shipments. Investigators uncovered encrypted chats detailing bribes and threats tied to a complex operation involving port workers and drivers.
Objects from Spain’s Franco era are resurfacing in Galicia’s antique markets. House clearances are bringing rare memorabilia to light, including items linked to unresolved scandals. Collectors and dealers report rising demand, alongside controversy.
Corruption remains a central issue in Spanish politics. The PP's effort to challenge the PSOE is constrained by its own record. Surveys show voters still associate the PP more strongly with corruption than other parties.
Spain’s basic parties are locked in a tense pre-election phase. Judicial cases and internal crises test the PSOE, while the PP eyes power but faces doubts. The outcome could reshape alliances and influence national policy.
The Partido Popular has asked the National Court to suspend Mercedes González and General Llamas’s command powers over the UCO, citing the risk of retaliation against investigators in a high-profile case involving alleged interference in probes linked to the PSOE.
Former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero says the jewels found in his safe were a courtesy gift, not intended for personal gain. His public defense has drawn attention to a controversial approach to political accountability in Spain.
Jewels worth €1.3 million found in Zapatero's office have raised legal and ethical concerns. The former prime minister says they were courtesy gifts, but their origin remains unclear. Experts say any possible tax crimes are now time-barred.
The defense of Eugenio Pino, former police chief, directly challenges Ignacio Cosidó in the Kitchen case trial. Accusations of political distancing and internal conflict intensify as the proceedings near their conclusion.
The Supreme Court has rejected Isabel Pardo de Vera’s request to annul the verdict against José Luis Ábalos. The former Adif president argued that the ruling implied her guilt, even though she was not tried in the case.
Jorge Fernández Díaz, Spain’s former Interior Minister, denies involvement in the Kitchen operation. His defense argues that the accusations are based solely on his ministerial role. The trial is nearing its conclusion amid sharp disputes over the evidence.
The investigation into the Plus Ultra bailout has turned toward the airline’s top executives. Prosecutors want them to testify after written statements linked Zapatero to the rescue, in a case that could affect oversight of public aid in Spain.
Two Plus Ultra executives have confirmed the authenticity of messages implicating José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero in the airline's €53 million bailout. The court is weighing the legal status of these communications amid ongoing scrutiny.
The Plus Ultra case has intensified, putting former Prime Minister Zapatero and the government under scrutiny. Basic testimonies raise questions about his statements, while calls for explanations grow within the party and in public. The government continues to support him.
The PP has stepped up its accusations against the government, alleging direct involvement by Sánchez and Zapatero in the €53 million Plus Ultra bailout. The case raises questions about political influence and possible legal consequences.
A Valencia court has charged 14 people, including a senior Army officer, over alleged inflated costs in Guardia Civil barracks contracts. The case points to systematic irregularities and possible personal enrichment.
The Spanish government has reaffirmed its support for José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero despite mounting pressure over the Plus Ultra bailout. Unease within the PSOE is growing as new testimony implicates the former prime minister.
Julio Martínez Martínez told the judge that José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero guided the process leading to Plus Ultra's €53 million bailout. The businessman said he does not know which officials were contacted.
