New Rules Amid Corruption Crisis
Spain’s ruling Socialist Party (PSOE) has imposed a ban on its members from paying for sex, aiming to restore public trust amid a growing political corruption scandal.
Context Behind the Ban
- The decision comes after reports surfaced that senior PSOE officials used party funds for visits to brothels and paid sex workers.
- This revelation has drawn criticism from the public and opposition parties, especially during an ongoing graft investigation involving multiple Spanish politicians.
What the New Code Includes
- All PSOE members are now strictly barred from using sexual services, especially when traveling on official duty.
- Violators could face expulsion or permanent suspension.
- This forms part of a broader ethical overhaul within the party.
Reactions and Impact
- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has supported the code as necessary to “clean up” the party’s image.
- Opposition leaders have dismissed it as a political gimmick to divert attention from larger corruption issues.
- The public remains divided—some see it as symbolic, others say it’s a step toward accountability.
Spain’s Socialist Party is now under pressure to ensure that ethics reforms go beyond symbolism, especially in the wake of ongoing scandals.