Izquierda Unida has accused the PSOE-led council in Los Montesinos of tailoring a senior police appointment to benefit a long-serving officer who is close to retirement. The town has a population of just over 5,800 and a local police force of fourteen officers, yet now has a newly created Chief Inspector post that, according to IU, has never previously existed in the municipal structure.

The party claims the job requirements, published in September 2025, were so restrictive that only one person could qualify. They allegedly required applicants to already be a local command officer in Los Montesinos, with at least two years’ service in that role, and only valued experience gained within the town, excluding candidates from other councils.

IU has also raised concerns about the officer’s past conduct, alleging repeated failures to report suspected planning irregularities. The party lodged two formal appeals, including a request to recuse the mayor over an alleged close personal relationship with the officer. Despite this, the council confirmed in November that the promotion had gone ahead. The local authority has not publicly responded to the allegations.