Two separate stories highlight internal strife and systemic failures. In Spain, the Madrid Medical College is set to hold new elections amidst an ongoing power struggle. Meanwhile, in the UK, the family of a woman killed by a man with psychosis has strongly criticized the English prison and policing systems for "lapses" that they believe contributed to her death.
Madrid Medical College Faces Internal Conflict
The Madrid Medical College is calling for new elections despite a judge being slated to rule on the legitimacy of the candidate who decisively won the previous election two months ago. 
The announcement underscores a deep-seated power struggle within the organization. The situation remains tense as the medical community awaits both the judicial ruling and the outcome of the upcoming elections.
“The timing of these new elections is certainly unusual,” commented one observer familiar with the situation. “It suggests a significant level of internal disagreement and a lack of confidence in the current leadership, regardless of the legal proceedings.”
UK Family Condemns Systemic Failures After Tragic Death
In a separate, tragic event, the family of Marta Elena Vento, a 27-year-old Spanish national, has voiced strong criticism of the English prison and policing systems following her death. Vento was killed by Stephen Cole, a man with psychosis, while working as a receptionist at a Travelodge hotel in Bournemouth in December 2020.
A coroner's inquest found that failures by prison and police authorities contributed to Vento's unlawful killing. 
Senior Coroner for Dorset, Rachael Griffin, delivered a damning verdict, highlighting the systemic shortcomings that played a role in the tragedy.
The family stated that Marta "paid with her life for lapses in the English prison and policing system." Their statement underscores the profound grief and anger felt by the family, who believe that the tragedy could have been prevented.
This case raises serious questions about the adequacy of mental health care and the protocols in place to protect the public from individuals with a known history of mental illness. The incident has prompted calls for a review of the systems in place to ensure that such tragedies are not repeated. 
Both of these stories, while vastly different in nature, serve as reminders of the importance of accountability and the need for constant vigilance in addressing systemic challenges, whether they be internal power struggles or failures in public safety.