Resignation of rising star of People’s party prompts others to revise entries about educational qualifications

It began as a confession by a rising star in Spain’s conservative People’s party that her CV was not quite all it seemed. Last month Noelia Núñez, 33, a member of the PP’s steering committee, was forced to admit that she had never in fact completed her double degree in law and public administration. She apologised, and stood down - a move rarely seen in the country.

Since then, however, Núñez’s contrition seems to have launched a trend, with a wave of mea culpas from politicians of various parties rushing to revise - downwards - their educational achievements. Some have even resigned, emulating Núñez, who said: “I apologise to anyone who feels disappointed but I also believe it’s not enough to say sorry”.

Source: Guardian - World News