A new political crisis has erupted in the Spanish parliament: the Junts party, representing Catalonia’s interests, has announced it is cutting all ties with the ruling coalition. The decision was made public after weeks of tension and mutual accusations between Junts and the Socialists. Now, the fate of dozens of pending bills is in question.
At the heart of the conflict are disagreements over the implementation of previous agreements. Junts representatives have openly voiced their dissatisfaction with how the Socialists and their Sumar allies are fulfilling earlier commitments. According to the Catalan politicians, not a single key promise has been kept in two years, prompting such a drastic move.
Particular concern surrounds the fact that without Junts’ support, the government loses the ability to pass not only current legislation but also major documents like the national budget. The Socialists will soon have to seek new alliances to avoid a legislative standstill. If they fail, more than 50 initiatives could stall, deepening the country’s political instability.
Within Junts itself, the decision to break with the Socialists was supported by an overwhelming majority of members. At a recent internal vote, over 80% backed ending cooperation. This was the result of lengthy discussions and consultations, after which party leaders concluded that further dialogue with the government was pointless.
Consequences for Spain’s political landscape
The current situation could lead to major changes in the balance of power in parliament. Without support from Junts, the Socialists lose their stable majority, leaving them vulnerable to the opposition. In the coming months, Spain may face new attempts to form coalitions, or even early elections if no compromise is reached.
For now, uncertainty reigns in Madrid. Parliamentary activity is virtually frozen, and key laws may remain only on paper. The question of the country’s future political direction remains open, with many observers expecting bold new statements and unexpected alliances.
