The chief of staff of Salvador Illa resigns, investigated for corruption during his time as mayor

Eduard Rivas has resigned as chief of staff for Catalonia's president Salvador Illa amid an investigation into alleged public fund misappropriation. Rivas, previously the mayor of Esparreguera, is under scrutiny for irregularities related to public cleaning services. His resignation, attributed to personal reasons by the Generalitat, follows the lifting of a confidentiality order in his case. Xavier Amor will replace him, bringing extensive municipal experience. Illa expressed gratitude for Rivas's service, while Rivas maintains he acted legally but chose to step down to avoid any doubts affecting his responsibilities.