The proposal arises from concerns over the alleged abuse of public services in this Costa del Sol locality. A councillor from the party stated that they want the council to carry out more rigorous checks on who is officially registered as living in the municipality.
According to the councillor, irregular registrations place undue pressure on local resources. This initiative comes in one of southern Spain's most international towns, popular with both British and German expatriates.
In the municipality, official population figures directly affect funding levels and the provision of local services. The councillor noted growing concern over people registering at addresses where they do not actually live, and alleged that some use fictitious addresses or overcrowded properties for administrative purposes.
“"The padron is not a mere administrative procedure. It determines access to services and benefits financed by everyone’s efforts, so its correct management is a matter of institutional responsibility and justice for the residents of Torrox."
According to the political party, inaccurate census figures can distort the planning of municipal services. The party claims this unfairly increases demand on healthcare, waste collection, and other publicly funded resources.
“"Defending the rule of law is not about excluding anyone; it’s about ensuring that the rules are applied equally to everyone. A reliable census is the foundation of fair and efficient municipal management."
The proposal calls on the Town Hall to introduce stricter verification mechanisms to ensure that those listed on the Municipal Register of Inhabitants genuinely reside in the town. The councillor insisted the measure was not ideological, but rather aimed at protecting the “general interest” and helping the town match public services to its real population.
“"When the census does not reflect reality, services become overwhelmed and those who suffer are the residents who comply. That is why it is essential to act with rigor and responsibility."
The debate over padron registrations has become increasingly contentious in parts of the Costa del Sol, where large foreign populations and seasonal residents can often complicate official population counts.
