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PP Regains Manzaneda Mayoralty After Censure Vote Backed by Two Ex‑PSOE Councillors

Court clearance paved the way following PSOE defections.

Overview

  • Pedro Yáñez was elected mayor on Nov. 24 with four of seven council votes, ending the PSOE-led tenure of Amable Fernández.
  • Two councillors elected on PSOE lists moved to non‑attached status and joined the PP to file and pass the motion of censure.
  • A judge in Ourense had suspended the late‑October session over signature formalities before lifting the precautionary measure and allowing the vote.
  • Yáñez warned that municipal finances are critical, saying accounts lack funds for the next two payrolls and citing a roughly €2 million budget and costs tied to a seniors' center.
  • Fernández pledged a constructive opposition and argued the move defies voters' intent, while the provincial PSOE announced a Diputación motion condemning transfuguismo.