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Spain’s Supreme Court compresses vote ruling timetable
A 48-hour deadline has forced the parties to argue over Spain’s overseas voter register. The ruling could decide whether thousands of nationalized citizens vote on 29 November.
ERC, EH Bildu renew Senate pact for 29 November
ERC and EH Bildu will repeat their 2023 Senate alliance on 29 November. Both parties still need to ratify the pact, which puts housing at the centre of their parliamentary agenda.
Rufián Faces ERC Test Before Catalonia’s Snap Election
Rufián has until Sunday to seek ERC’s Barcelona nomination. Junqueras rejects a broad alliance that could weaken the party’s independentist identity.
Spain Vote Puts Listed Companies on a Political Tightrope
The November 29 vote has pushed Spanish equities into a new risk cycle. The result could ease pressure on lenders and property firms, while leaving state-linked companies exposed to a change in strategy.
Feijóo Leaves RTVE Interview Door Open
The PP would accept an RTVE interview during the campaign for Spain’s 29 November election, but only if the corporation produces the programme itself. No presenter or programme has been confirmed.
Prosecutor urges Supreme Court to restore Spaniards’ votes
Spain’s Public Prosecutor’s Office wants the Supreme Court to lift the suspension before the 29 November election, when about 400,000 overseas registrations could be affected.
PSOE backs every debate before 29 November
The PSOE says it will attend every proposed debate before 29 November. Feijóo has accepted a Mediaset face to face with Sánchez, but the broadcaster has not fixed a public date and the PP has suggested 16 November.
Spain Faces 54 Days of Political Convulsion, Ruiz Warns
Pedro Ruiz condemns Spain’s worsening political confrontation after elections were called for 29 November. Housing protests and labour tensions are now playing out alongside a contested campsite in Madrid.
Puigdemont can return, but Spain’s courts still hold the key
The Constitutional Court has weakened the legal barrier to Carles Puigdemont’s return. His arrest order is suspended, yet the amnesty still requires a separate court decision.
Madrid’s Political Rift Widens After Maricarmen’s Eviction
Maricarmen Abascal’s death after eviction has set off a bitter clash in Madrid. The city’s refusal to mark her passing with a minute of silence has turned her story into a rallying cry for those demanding answers on housing and political accountability.
Rufián makes a left-wing alliance a condition for ERC
Gabriel Rufián wants to lead ERC in the 29 November 2026 election, but only with backing from other left-wing and antifascist forces. Party leaders still support him.
Sánchez Rushes Through Social Decrees as Election Nears
Spain’s government is racing to push through major social measures just before the election. With full control of the Boletín Oficial del Estado, Sánchez’s team is moving to lock in a big minimum wage hike and new pension boosts, putting rivals on the spot.
Feijóo puts Ceuta at the heart of his campaign security plan
Alberto Núñez Feijóo has put Ceuta and corruption at the centre of the opening campaign. His proposals range from tighter border controls to housing and new police infrastructure.
Pension hikes in limbo as Spain’s November election stalls budget process
Spain’s snap election on November 29 has thrown pension increases for 2027 into doubt. With no new budget and a caretaker government likely, retirees face a legal maze and political delays over how their payments will be updated.
Gabriel Rufián faces pushback from ERC over election list demands
Gabriel Rufián’s future as ERC’s lead candidate is up in the air after party rules blocked his bid to control the electoral list. With critics stepping forward and leadership support uncertain, ERC’s internal rifts are now out in the open.
Feijóo seeks tighter checks on postal voting
Alberto Núñez Feijóo will ask the electoral authority for stronger safeguards before Spain's 29 November election. He says his doubts concern Correos executives, not postal workers, reviving a dispute from 2023.
Más Madrid puts Ada Colau forward for Frente Amplio leadership
Más Madrid has proposed Ada Colau as Frente Amplio's candidate for the presidency of the Government and as the lead candidate in Barcelona. Comuns, IU and Podemos are demanding a wider agreement on the alliance's candidate and selection process.
The PSOE Faces a High-Stakes Election Test
Spain will vote on 29 November 2026 after Pedro Sánchez dissolved parliament and called an early general election. Polls put the PSOE and the wider left under pressure as alliance talks remain unresolved and housing dominates the campaign.
PP puts healthcare reform at the center of its election push
Healthcare is now the main battleground for the Partido Popular as elections near. Carmen Fúnez pledges a major overhaul of Spain's health system, with a focus on unity, support for professionals, and stable funding.
Frente Amplio weighs shared leadership before election deadline
Nine days remain before Frente Amplio must settle its electoral formula for Spain's 29 November elections. Mónica García and Ada Colau lead the discussion, while the coalition weighs a shared structure across Spain's territories.
Doctors suspend indefinite strike after Spain election call
Spain's medical unions have postponed their indefinite strike, which was due to start on 28 October. They say the action can resume if the next Government rejects their demands.
Spain faces a fractured political crossroads ahead of 29N elections
As Spain heads toward early general elections on 29 November, political divisions run deep. Pedro Sánchez’s resilience, the right’s dependence on Vox, and the left’s internal battles leave voters questioning who truly represents their interests.
Urtasun ties Frente Amplio reset to housing vote
Ernest Urtasun is rebuilding Frente Amplio before the 29 November election while pressing Junts to support two revised housing decrees.
Spain sets the stage for high-stakes general elections in November
Spain will elect 350 deputies and 208 senators on November 29. Only those listed in the Electoral Census can participate. Voters must confirm their registration and know their polling station details ahead of the vote.
Bolaños demands Supreme Court act fast on voting rights for new Spaniards
Justice Minister Félix Bolaños is pushing back against the Supreme Court’s freeze on voting rights for 400,000 Spaniards who gained citizenship through the law of grandchildren. He wants a quick answer, warning that democracy is at risk.
Doctors postpone indefinite strike after election call
Spain's doctors have delayed their indefinite stoppage from 28 October after an early general election was called for 29 November 2026. The strike remains active and could return if the next Government does not answer demands for a separate medical statute.
Housing becomes PSOE and Frente Amplio's first election battle
Pedro Sánchez has revived the coalition's housing decrees before the 29 November election. PSOE and Frente Amplio now claim credit for the measures while blaming each other for delays and resistance.
Spain's state portfolio puts €50 billion at election stake
Spain's state holds shares worth around €50 billion. Seven of the ten listed companies belong to the Ibex 35. The election could change Madrid's role in strategic businesses.
Election Shock Reshapes Canary Islands Political Landscape
Pedro Sánchez’s call for early elections on November 29 has sent political parties in the Canary Islands scrambling to define their positions. With housing protests and coalition talks intensifying, the region faces a pivotal moment that could redefine its relationship with Madrid.
Broncano Skewers TVE Uncertainty as Election Tension Rises
David Broncano kicked off La Revuelta with biting election jokes and open talk about his show's future on TVE. He saluted Iker Jiménez’s ratings win and teased the idea of his rival landing a ministerial post.
PP faces backlash after mocking Óscar Puente's old injury
The Partido Popular has ignited controversy by ridiculing Transport Minister Óscar Puente’s past injury on social media. Critics accuse the party of crossing ethical lines as Spain heads into a heated election season marked by personal attacks and escalating rhetoric.
Supreme Court gives parties 48 hours on grandson law
Spain's Supreme Court has given the parties until 15:00 Thursday to address the suspension of overseas voter registrations under the 'ley de nietos'. The court must decide whether the measure will affect the 29 November general election.
Prat backs a vote after Sánchez calls Spain's early election
Pedro Sánchez has called Spain's election for 29 November 2026. Joaquín Prat says voters need a clear choice after Congress rejected the government's housing measures.
Mónica García Seeks Congress Seat as Left Alliance Lacks Candidate
Spain's general election is set for 29 November 2026, but the Frente Amplio still has no agreed leader or formal structure. Mónica García wants the top Madrid slot, while Ada Colau's support is growing and Podemos remains central to any broad deal.
PP sends mixed signal on Spain's postal voting
The PP backs participation but questions postal voting after Isabel Díaz Ayuso's warning. Ester Muñoz urges citizens to vote by whichever method they choose.
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