Two of the individuals who were allocated controversial protected housing units in Alicante have chosen to renounce their properties. Mayor Luis Barcala confirmed that these individuals are not high-ranking officials or technicians tied to the People's Party (PP) in the City Council or the Housing Ministry, who are currently being scrutinized for potentially receiving preferential treatment. This raises questions about the transparency and integrity of the allocation process for these public housing units.

The scandal, referred to by Mayor Barcala as a "pelotazo," involved irregularities in the awarding of protected housing units in the Les Naus urbanization. Investigations are ongoing by a judge in Alicante, looking into the possibility of favoritism in the allocations. While the resignations of these beneficiaries signal some awareness of the ongoing scrutiny, it highlights the need for a thorough examination of the entire housing allocation process to ensure fairness and accountability.

The local government is under pressure to address the allegations and restore public trust in the housing allocation system. The renunciations may be seen as a small step towards rectifying the situation, but the absence of high-profile resignations from those in positions of power might suggest that the deeper systemic issues remain unaddressed. As investigations continue, the implications for the future of public housing policies in Alicante could be significant.