The public revelation of sexual assault allegations against José Ignacio Landaluce, the mayor of Algeciras, set off a political reaction in the city. The public revelation of sexual assault allegations against the mayor prompted immediate responses from PP leaders.
Juanma Moreno, the president of the People’s Party in Andalucía, declared that his party would present a motion of no confidence against Landaluce if the mayor did not resign. Moreno framed the move as a response to the allegations and said the PP was seeking an alternative to restore normal municipal governance.
According to Moreno, the PP of Andalucía is preparing to lodge the censure motion "de manera inmediata"—that is, immediately—should Landaluce refuse to step down. The PP of Andalucía is preparing to register the motion this week.
His refusal has led the PP to proceed with the censure motion as announced by Moreno.
Despite his refusal, José Ignacio Landaluce has publicly stated that he will not resign from his post as mayor of Algeciras. His refusal has led the PP to proceed with the censure motion as announced by Moreno.
The Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) has expressed criticism of the mayor’s conduct.
As of the date indicated in the reports, 2026‑10‑14, the PP of Andalucía is poised to file the no‑confidence motion against José Ignacio Landaluce unless he resigns.