PSOE's Montero Defends Party's Response to Corruption Allegations

Andalusian PSOE Defends Actions After UCO Report Implicates Former Secretary in Bribery Scandal Seville, Spain – June 15, 2025 – María Jesús Montero, the PSOE's general secretary in Andalusia, today defended the party's response to a damning UCO report linking former secretary Santos Cerdán to alleged bribery in public works contracts. The report, released earlier this week, details allegations of corruption within the Andalusian PSOE. In a short video released by ABC, Montero stated, "We acted decisively, within hours of receiving the report. We demanded that Mr. Cerdán relinquish his position and we contrast our actions to those of others." This statement reflects the PSOE's efforts to project an image of transparency and accountability in the face of serious accusations. The UCO report has sent shockwaves through Andalusian politics. The allegations against Cerdán, if proven true, could have significant consequences for the PSOE's standing in the region. Montero's video is a key element in the party's strategy to mitigate the damage and maintain public trust. The coming weeks will be critical in determining the full extent of the scandal and its impact on the Andalusian political landscape.