Sánchez calls snap election in Spain for November 29
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called a snap general election for November 29, 2026, following a parliamentary defeat over government measures aimed at addressing the country’s housing crisis.
The decision came after Spain’s Congress rejected two housing decrees presented by Sánchez’s minority government. The measures were intended to provide greater protection for tenants and introduce measures aimed at easing pressure on the housing market.
Sánchez said his government needed a stronger parliamentary majority to implement what he described as deep reforms and continue its social policies. The prime minister has faced increasing difficulties securing support from smaller parties, making it harder for his government to pass key legislation.
The housing dispute has also triggered demonstrations in several Spanish cities, with protesters calling for stronger action over rising rents, evictions and limited access to affordable housing. Tens of thousands of people took part in demonstrations across the country over the weekend.
The November election will determine the composition of Spain’s next parliament and the political support available to the government. Sánchez, who has led Spain since 2018, will seek a renewed mandate as political parties prepare for a campaign focused on housing, the economy and social policy.
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