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BOE-A-2026-4656 ·27 February 2026 ·Resolution Low impact
Immigration

Candidates: 48 hours to report irregularities in councilor appointment

The Resolution of 18 February 2026 announces the appointment of Saúl Bastida Somovilla as councilor in Lardero (La Rioja) due to vacancy from the 28 May 2023 local elections. Candidates' representatives have two days to report irregularities after publication in the BOE, in accordance with point 2 of paragraph 2 of Instruction 1/2025 (BOE 31, 5 February). This period allows interested parties to exercise their right to control the legitimacy of the appointment.

In 2 key points

  1. Candidates' representatives have 48 hours to file complaints about irregularities (número 2 del apartado segundo de la Instrucción 1/2025, de 30 de enero)
  2. Appointment of Saúl Bastida Somovilla as council member due to vacancy in Lardero (Resolución de 18 de febrero de 2026)

How it affects those involved

Candidates' representatives can file complaints about irregularities within 48 hours of publication, directly affecting political parties and coalitions. Local authorities must ensure transparency in the substitution process. Political advisors must monitor the deadline and prepare potential complaints. Interested citizens can exercise their right of oversight by tracking the process.

Lifecycle

2026-02-27PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-02-27Into forceComes into force (Resolución de 18 de febrero de 2026)
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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