Manuel Penalva Alarcón has submitted his candidacy as the Secretary General of the Crevillent Socialist Association, signaling his intent to lead in the upcoming city elections. In Crevillent, the primary process recently concluded, with the end of voting at noon on September 20 and no other candidates stepping forward, leaving the selection effectively settled by the party’s internal rules.
Looking ahead to the May 2023 municipal elections, the Socialist Party has already announced its candidate lineup. The party confirms that Manuel Penalva will stand for mayor for a second time, building on his prior influence within the council. Although he did not assume the mayoralty in 2019, Penalva’s leadership helped drive a progressive shift in Crevillent’s government and he has served as First Deputy Mayor, playing a pivotal role in steering policy and governance over the current term.
As explained by Penalva, the experience gained and the responsibility shouldered within the municipal government have reinforced his commitment to broadening the city’s representation. He emphasizes his readiness to continue serving Crevillent with renewed energy, underscoring a deep-seated enthusiasm for public service. He expresses sincere appreciation for his current colleagues, the Socialist Municipal Group, the Crevillent Executive Committee, and all party militants who have supported him throughout the years. Penalva notes that the upcoming electoral journey is about delivering results for the people of Crevillent and ensuring that the city’s voice is heard at all levels of government. He frames the campaign as a collective effort, designed to sustain and expand the progress achieved in recent years and to translate that progress into tangible benefits for residents across the municipality.