In Callosa de Segura, a confrontation over electoral publicity has surfaced as Vox, the Association of Independent Citizens, and the PSOE faced a formal withdrawal of their posters. The move occurred in areas where distribution criteria were not met and outside the permitted zones, leaving posters in locations not authorized for campaign material. Local authorities emphasized that such actions would not be tolerated and that campaigns must adhere to the established boundaries for political advertising.
Within a 24-hour window, political groups were warned to remove or relocate materials that violated the established rules. The regional electoral board cautioned that failing to comply could constitute a crime under applicable electoral law, with penalties ranging from imprisonment to fines for those who break the rules. The focus centered on prohibited public displays, post-election propaganda, and areas reserved for official use, underscoring the seriousness of rule enforcement in the electoral process.
The decision followed a letter from the secretary of Callosa de Segura City Council responding to the board’s request issued the previous Monday. The letter indicated that the three parties did not meet the criteria or allocated spaces necessary for hanging posters, reinforcing the city’s commitment to a fair and orderly advertising environment during campaigns.
With the exception of free special zones offered by various municipalities, political parties, coalitions, federations, and candidacies may only place posters and other propaganda in areas explicitly authorized for electoral use, or in designated commercial zones where permitted. This framework helps ensure equal access to public spaces and reduces the potential for clutter or disruption during the election period.
The Secretary’s communication also referenced the Provincial Official Gazette, dated April 19, which published a list of buildings and public spaces for free use in organizing campaign events. It highlighted the system for posters used in election campaigns, noting that such materials are typically placed on poles or banners and displayed on electricity poles when allowed, thereby guiding compliant placement and avoiding unauthorized displays. The plenary session of the City Council subsequently allocated the available spaces, while other locations were deemed unauthorized for public information panels unrelated to official electoral use. This multilayered approach reflects an ongoing effort to balance visibility for candidates with orderly urban management and public space stewardship.