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Andalusia Election Nears; Overtourism, Health Scandal Ignite Protests

5/17/2026

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Residents Resist Overtourism

Granada’s historic Albaicín neighbourhood residents say unchecked tourism is turning it into a Disneyland-type zone that pushes locals out.
Andalusia’s election campaign ends, mobilising voters for Sunday’s ballot as polls show People’s Party win a majority in 109-seat parliament.
Delayed mammogram results sparked protests, with activists claiming least six women died in health scandal.
Overtourism in Seville, Málaga and Córdoba is raising rents and limiting housing for local residents.

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Popular Party Wins

The Popular Party’s projected 57-seat win in Andalusia could set the stage for the 2027 Spanish general election.
Election officials say the Popular Party is on track to secure an outright majority in Andalusia as the campaign ends.
Polls show Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s PSOE dropping to 28 seats, a historic collapse.
If the Popular Party lacks a majority, Vox would likely become kingmaker, echoing prior coalitions.

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Residents Resist Overtourism

Granada’s historic Albaicín neighbourhood residents say unchecked tourism is turning it into a Disneyland-type zone that pushes locals out.
Andalusia’s election campaign ends, mobilising voters for Sunday’s ballot as polls show People’s Party win a majority in 109-seat parliament.
Delayed mammogram results sparked protests, with activists claiming least six women died in health scandal.
Overtourism in Seville, Málaga and Córdoba is raising rents and limiting housing for local residents.

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