Noelia Núñez, a deputy of the People’s Party, has announced her resignation from all positions after revealing she does not possess the law degree from the University of Distance Education claimed on her profile in Congress. In a statement on social media, she accepted full responsibility for her actions and expressed apologies to those she has disappointed. Núñez stated that an apology is not sufficient and that she decided to resign to help restore public trust in politics.

Núñez’s resignation comes following demands from the Socialist Party for her to step down, following accusations of repeatedly lying about her educational qualifications. Her admission has sparked a deeper discourse on accountability within political offices, with leaders from both sides weighing in. The Secretary-General of the People’s Party defended Núñez, asserting that accountability is paramount.

Critics within the Socialist Party pointed to the perceived impact of Núñez’s misleading claims on public trust in governance. Her statement highlighted that her decision sets a path for accountability, contrasting her actions with what she described as the Socialist Party’s failure to act against corruption and improper conduct among its members.

Alberto Núñez Feijóo, the leader of the People’s Party, supported Núñez’s decision, stating it reflects honour and integrity, while condemning the Socialist Party’s attempts to critique her. The situation raises questions about ethics and transparency in politics, with calls for stricter scrutiny of representative qualifications.