The 2026 Andalusian regional elections took place on May 17, 2026, with the People’s Party (PP) emerging as the winner but falling short of an absolute majority. With 50% of the vote counted, the PP secured a lead but remained three to four seats short of the 55 needed for an outright majority in the Andalusian Parliament. This result suggests the party may need to negotiate with other formations, such as Vox, to govern, though earlier projections had predicted a potential PP majority .
On the left, Adelante Andalucía saw a significant surge, quadrupling its parliamentary representation and potentially doubling its seats compared to previous elections. This shift indicates a realignment within Andalusia’s left-wing vote, as the Socialist Party (PSOE) suffered a notable decline, described as a *"batacazo"* (heavy defeat). The PSOE’s struggles were further highlighted by an incident in Granada, where its local candidate, Olga Manzano, mistakenly voted at the wrong polling station, leading to the random annulment of one vote in the ballot box .
Voter turnout played a key role in the election. By 6:00 PM, participation reached 52.14%, over seven percentage points higher than in the 2022 elections. Earlier in the day, turnout at 2:00 PM was 36.85%, up 2.5 points from 2022, while at 11:30 AM, it stood at 15%, similar to the previous election. The voting process proceeded smoothly, with only minor delays reported in the opening of three polling stations in Seville, Málaga, and Cádiz .
The election was widely seen as a test for national politics, with potential implications for Spain’s central government. A strong performance by the PP in Andalusia could reinforce its position ahead of future national elections, while the PSOE’s decline and Vox’s trajectory were closely watched for their impact on the broader political landscape. The results were expected to send signals to Madrid, particularly regarding the balance of power between Spain’s major parties .
Detailed municipal-level results showed the PP leading across most of Andalusia, though the PSOE sought to mobilize abstentionist voters to mitigate losses. The party’s strategy focused on reversing its downward trend, while the PP aimed to revalidate its majority without relying on Vox’s support .
> Background: **Andalusias PP poised for majority as voter turnout rises slightly in regional vote.** — *3 hours ago*
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