Galician Mayors Secure in Seats, Poll Predicts

Galician Mayors Likely to Remain in Office if Elections Held Today, Poll Suggests Galicia, Spain - A new poll conducted by Sondaxe for La Voz de Galicia suggests that the current mayors of seven major Galician cities would likely remain in power if municipal elections were held today, May 25, 2025. The survey reveals insights into potential shifts in vote share for the main political parties across these cities. According to the poll, the Socialist Party (PSOE) is projected to maintain its mayoral positions in A Coruña, Lugo, and Vigo. However, the PSOE is expected to experience a decline in vote share in some cities, with the most significant drop anticipated in Santiago de Compostela. In A Coruña, the PSOE's projected loss of a council seat could necessitate a coalition with the BNG to retain the mayoralty. In Vigo, Abel Caballero, the current mayor, is predicted to retain his position despite a slight decrease in vote share. "The mayor's absolute majority would not be affected," the report states. Meanwhile, the Popular Party (PP) is expected to see gains in vote share in several cities, while the BNG is also projected to make gains in some areas. The poll also highlights the public's sentiment towards the performance of the current mayors, indicating a degree of dissatisfaction in some cities. This underscores the dynamic political landscape in Galicia as the next municipal elections approach in May 2027. The results of this poll offer a valuable snapshot of current public opinion and provide a compelling preview of the potential outcomes of future elections in Galicia.