Andalusian Regional Election 2026: Core Facts and National Implications

On May 17, 2026, Andalusia elected its 109-seat parliament. The centre-right Partido Popular (PP) ran incumbent Juan Manuel Moreno Bonilla, the Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) presented former finance minister María Jesús Montero, and Vox fielded Manuel Gavira. The result decides if the PP can govern alone or must again partner with Vox.

Andalusia votes: Moreno Bonilla nears another absolute majority while Montero gambles

The Socialists ruled Andalusia for almost four decades until the PP took power in 2019. Since then the PP has won pluralities in Extremadura, Aragon and Castilla-León, often forming regional coalitions with Vox, making the Andalusian vote a “dress rehearsal” for the 2027 national election.

The Local (Spain)

Moreno’s campaign stressed continuity and warned Montero’s tax agenda had turned Andalusia into a “fiscal hell.” Montero focused on public-health, especially a breast-cancer-screening scandal, and urged higher turnout. Vox promoted a “national priority” benefit scheme, which Sánchez denounced as xenophobic.

The Local (Spain)

Early counts showed 37.2 % turnout at 2 p.m.; later tallies reported over 64 % turnout. Demócrata projected the PP at 55 seats (enough for an absolute majority), PSOE 28, Vox 16. Other outlets forecast the PP at 52 seats, PSOE 28, Vox 16.

Spanish Socialists Faces Defeat in Regional Vote

Andalusia holds about 18 % of Spain’s population (?9 million). Both blocs present the result as a bellwether for the 2027 general election. The PP says it will cooperate with Vox nationally if a hung parliament emerges, a stance uncommon among European centre-right parties.

Spanish Socialists Faces Defeat in Regional Vote

The PP highlighted its coalition experience with Vox in Extremadura and Aragon and did not rule out a pact. PSOE candidate Montero accused Moreno’s administration of withholding breast-cancer screening data. Prime Minister Sánchez condemned Vox’s “national priority” scheme as fostering xenophobia, racism, segregation and confrontation. PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo said a vote for Moreno would be worth double, benefiting both Andalusia and the national government.

The Local (Spain)

Analysts warn PP reliance on Vox may alienate moderate voters. Montero’s focus on the breast-cancer-screening scandal highlighted perceived shortcomings in the regional government. Sánchez’s handling of corruption probes involving relatives and former allies continues to erode his domestic support.

The Local (Spain)

Sources differ on turnout (37.2 % vs >64 %) and on the PP’s projected seat total (52 vs 55). No certified results were available when reporting, leaving the final parliamentary composition uncertain.

The Straits Times

• “We are always concerned about the participation in elections being adequate,” — María Jesús Montero, PSOE candidate

The Straits Times

• “What happens in Andalusia clearly determines other things as well,” — Juan Manuel Moreno, PP leader

The Straits Times

• “is worth double: to ensure Andalusia wins and to change the government of Spain” — Alberto Núñez Feijóo, PP national leader

The Local (Spain)

• “Sánchez has said the policy promotes "xenophobia, racism, segregation and confrontation".” — Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister

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The PP will evaluate whether its seat count allows solo governance or requires a formal pact with Vox. Observers expect the Andalusian outcome to shape party strategies ahead of the 2027 general election, though Sánchez has ruled out an early national vote.

Spanish Socialists Faces Defeat in Regional Vote