The municipal councils of Zunil and El Palmar have agreed to cease publishing details of salaries and other municipal remunerations. This decision has prompted a response from Acción Ciudadana, a citizen advocacy group, which argues that such councils are legally obligated to provide this information and cannot omit it through internal agreements. The group has formally filed a complaint with the Ministerio Público (MP) – the Public Prosecutor's Office – regarding the councils’ actions. This move raises concerns about transparency and accountability in local governance within Guatemala. Acción Ciudadana maintains that public access to this financial data is crucial for ensuring responsible use of public funds. The MP will now investigate whether the councils’ decision violates Guatemalan law. The case highlights an ongoing struggle for greater openness in municipal administration across the country.