Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002638/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Markus Buchheit (ESN)
Recent developments in Spain have raised serious concerns about the independence of judicial institutions and the political use of prosecutorial powers under the government of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Multiple corruption scandals have emerged involving figures linked to the ruling party, while accusations of political interference in judicial proceedings, including the appointment of key prosecutors, have intensified.
There is growing public concern in Spain and across the EU about the erosion of the rule of law, the lack of transparency and the perceived protection of political allies from prosecution. In other Member States, the Commission has acted swiftly in defence of judicial independence and the separation of powers.
- 1.What is the Commission’s official position on the growing corruption allegations and perceived political interference in Spain’s judicial system?
- 2.Does the Commission intend to issue a statement reaffirming the need to safeguard the rule of law in Spain, including the independence and autonomy of the public prosecution service?
- 3.Why does the Commission remain silent on this issue – is it due to the fact that the Spanish socialist party forms part of the broader political alliance that governs EU institutions?
Submitted: 30.6.2025