PP Strengthens Lead as Vox Climbs in Ceuta Amid Rising Political Polarization in Spain
Recent polls show PP strengthening in Ceuta's local elections as political polarization in Spain deepens societal divisions.
- • SYM Consulting polls show PP increasing support in Ceuta, from 32.1% in February to 36.2% in November 2025.
- • Vox maintains around 24%, potentially becoming Ceuta's second party, while PSOE support declines significantly.
- • 14% of Spaniards have ended personal relationships due to political disagreements, according to a More in Common report.
- • Psychologist Ana Asensio highlights the societal impact of Spain’s growing political polarization.
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As Spain approaches its 2026 local elections, recent polling data reveal significant shifts in political standings, especially in Ceuta, alongside growing societal polarization. Two SYM Consulting polls conducted in 2025 and late 2025 show the Partido Popular (PP) consolidating power with rising support. In February, the PP led with 32.1% backing and 8-9 projected seats; Vox and PSOE tied at 21.9%, each with 6 seats. By November, PP's support increased to 36.2% with an estimated 10 seats, while Vox remained stable at 24.3%, possibly overtaking PSOE, which slipped to 16%, risking lost seats. Minor parties like MDyC gained slightly, while Ceuta Ya! faced seat losses.
Parallel to these political developments, a report from organization More in Common highlights the intensification of political polarization across Spain. It found that 14% of Spaniards have ended friendships or family ties due to political disagreements in the past year. Psychologist Ana Asensio discusses the societal impact of these divisions, underscoring how political tensions are increasingly fracturing social relationships.
Together, these trends illustrate a politically polarized environment ahead of the 2026 elections, with the PP positioned strongly at local levels such as Ceuta and an electorate experiencing deep social divides over politics. The PP's gains amid PSOE's challenges, combined with the emotional toll of polarization, set a complex backdrop for Spain's upcoming elections.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
