Fifty-six public sector jobs have been announced in Spain, but nearly half are reserved for internal promotions. For those seeking open-access roles, the application window is as short as ten days in some towns. Competition is fierce, and the process is fragmented.
Leaked documents show that Ramón y Cajal Hospital in Madrid lowered patient priority without consulting surgeons to meet productivity quotas. The move delayed urgent surgeries for dozens and led to internal disciplinary action.
Spain’s Social Security is offering 1,510 open-access jobs in 2026, including 1,100 roles available to applicants with only a Bachiller or Técnico qualification. Just 23 annual grants of 8,400 euros will support select candidates preparing for higher-level exams.
Madrid is introducing a six-level career system for public school teachers, promising monthly raises of up to 350 euros for those who can show a record of excellence. The plan aims to reward quality and commitment, but many details remain unsettled.
Nearly 80,000 migrants entered Ceuta, triggering a political storm over conflicting accounts of intelligence warnings and prompting a basic resignation. The government says Spain can defend its borders while upholding international law.
Ceuta’s government is in turmoil after the chief of staff resigned over a dispute about a CNI warning on a mass border crossing. Conflicting accounts and political pressure now threaten the PSOE’s standing in the city.
Galicia’s government has withdrawn more than 2,600 emergency oxygen devices from wildfire crews after widespread defects were discovered. The recall has raised urgent questions about frontline safety and official oversight during peak fire season.
A Spanish police officer lost his disability pension after the INSS ruled him fit for duty, despite ongoing treatment for PTSD and depression. A judge has now reversed that decision, exposing the disconnect between medical evidence and administrative rulings.
Gonzalo Sanz steps down as chief of staff in Ceuta after a clash over whether he relayed a CNI warning about mass irregular migration. His resignation exposes deep divisions inside the local government.
Ceuta’s government delegation faces turmoil as the chief of staff resigns. The move follows a public clash over whether a CNI warning about a mass entry was properly relayed. The crisis exposes deep fractures at the top.
Leonardo Marcos rejects claims that he told Guardia Civil agents to ease off the investigation into Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s brother. The National Court is examining allegations of internal pressure and political interference, exposing tensions at the top of Spain’s law enforcement.
Spain’s Anticorruption Prosecutor says chronic delays in major corruption cases are eroding public trust. Basic trials drag on for years as resource shortages and legal tactics block progress, putting the justice system under mounting pressure.
Spanish pensioners living abroad must prove they are alive each September or risk having their payments suspended. The VIVESS app offers a digital way to complete the check, but missing the deadline could mean a sudden loss of income.
Sílvia Catà has been appointed as the first female chief of Mossos d’Esquadra. Her selection follows the abrupt resignation of Josep Lluís Trapero. The move signals a shift in Catalonia’s police leadership.
Ana María Fuentes told the court she approved payments but not contracts. The investigation links her to authorizing large sums for lawyers connected to the Leire Díez case. The PSOE faces renewed questions about its internal controls.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso faces mounting criticism after reports that a luxury penthouse was bought with public funds for her use. As the annual regional debate approaches, the Madrid president is announcing new spending commitments while the opposition prepares to challenge her leadership.
Bidding for the Madrid government’s high-profile Chamberí penthouse has closed. Officials have not said whether a buyer emerged or when results will be announced. The process remains tightly controlled, with little information made public.
A Seville court has charged 18 former Andalusian officials with misuse of public funds and misconduct, and they are to stand trial over a one million euro guarantee granted to Grupo TPM in 2009. The judge cited deliberate irregularities and financial losses for the region.
Catalonia’s PISA scores were invalidated after nearly a quarter of selected students were excluded. The episode exposes serious problems in the region’s education oversight and raises questions about accountability.
Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s prime minister, is asking the court to clear her of charges related to her work at Complutense University. She denies using her position for personal gain. The case now tests the line between public office and private careers.
The president of the Valencia provincial council insulted the Science Minister after she criticized his actions during the deadly October storm. The exchange has prompted calls for accountability and exposed deep political divisions.
Madrid's forest firefighters have ended a year-long strike with a 20% pay increase and full-year contracts. Dozens remain on strike as the regional government refuses to hold talks, exposing deep management rifts.
The Superior Court of Catalonia has refused to grant amnesty to Josep Maria Jové and Lluís Salvadó. Judges are seeking further answers from the EU Court before applying Spain’s new law, leaving the legal status of two senior ERC officials uncertain.
The Catalan court has enforced a partial pardon for Laura Borràs, reducing her prison term from 4.5 years to two and keeping her out of jail. The rest of her sentence, including a 13-year ban from public office, remains.
Miguel Tellado called Margarita Robles "cynical" after she declined to applaud Sánchez’s decision to release security reports on Ceuta. The PP is stepping up its criticism of the government’s handling of the crisis.
Antonio Balas has been promoted to colonel but will remain in the UCO and continue leading the high-profile Koldo corruption investigation. The Defence Ministry’s decision follows requests from both the Anticorruption Prosecutor and the National Court.
The Madrid High Court has declined to discipline Judge Peinado over his suggestion that police could help Begoña Gómez flee. The ruling followed a complaint from the police union and a review of judicial conduct.
A Valencia court has ordered 38 people, including relatives of Rita Barberá and her deputy, to stand trial over alleged corruption. The case centers on illicit commissions tied to city contracts and urban planning deals.
Defence Minister Margarita Robles refused to applaud Pedro Sánchez’s pledge to publish reports on the Ceuta crisis. Her gesture exposed divisions within the government as scrutiny of its handling of the situation intensifies.
Spain’s government is pushing a landmark health reform to limit hospital shifts to 17 hours and curb chronic overwork. The draft law, now before parliament, could reshape working life for thousands of public health professionals if approved.
The Ayuntamiento de Leganés has announced 25 administrative positions in an open public competition. Candidates have 20 working days to apply, and the official municipal bases set out all requirements. The competition is open to eligible applicants, but the rules are strict.
Andalusia’s education authorities have opened a ten-day window for selected teachers to join new job pools in basic subjects. Only those already in another Andalusian teaching pool are eligible. The move aims to fill urgent vacancies for the 2026/2027 school year.
Madrid’s Colegio de Arquitectos will hold new elections after a year of disputed leadership. Two competing boards have claimed control since the contested 2025 vote. The move is intended to restore order and end the stalemate.
Two Spanish police officers stationed in Algeria have confessed to harassing a colleague. One admitted to sexual harassment. Both will avoid prison after a plea deal. The case has raised concerns about embassy oversight and internal accountability.
Madrid’s regional government has acknowledged that Isabel Díaz Ayuso or someone from her team visited a luxury penthouse before its €6.3 million purchase. The move has triggered sharp political backlash and questions over the region’s property acquisitions.
