# Spanish regional judicial resource shortages > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-regional-judicial-resource-shortages > Updated: 2026-09-28T11:58:26.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2. High courts in the Spanish regions of Castilla-La Mancha and Navarra have issued warnings regarding judicial saturation and resource deficits. In Castilla-La Mancha, the High Court of Justice (TSJCLM) reported a 4.6% increase in pending cases, reaching 220,858. President Pilar Astray stated that the issue stems from an insufficient number of staff and resources rather than low productivity. The court is requesting 42 additional judicial positions to address shortages in provincial courts and specific municipalities. Furthermore, the Chief Prosecutor noted rising trends in drug trafficking, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence, and cybercrimes. Similarly, the High Court of Justice of Navarra (TSJN) reported that workloads in civil, commercial, and social law sectors have significantly exceeded established limits. President Julián Huarte called for more judicial positions, noting that while four judges are scheduled to start in late December, seven more are required. Huarte also highlighted risks regarding staff turnover, a lack of technical expertise among interim personnel, and the urgent need for new judicial infrastructure. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-28: Navarra High Court president warns of judicial saturation The president of the High Court of Justice of Navarra warns of judicial saturation and calls for more judges and a new building to address excessive workloads and organizational reforms. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/navarra-high-court-president-warns-of-judicial-saturation ### 2026-09-19: Castilla-La Mancha High Court warns of rising judicial backlog The TSJCLM reports a growing judicial backlog in Castilla-La Mancha, with 220,858 pending cases due to structural resource shortages and a demand for 42 new judicial positions. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/galicia-reports-25-rise-in-gender-violence-cases-among-minors --- Cite as: Spanish regional judicial resource shortages. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-regional-judicial-resource-shortages