2010 Catalan election

The 2010 Catalan regional election was held to select representatives for Catalonia’s Parliament, a key institution managing regional government decisions within Spain. Catalonia, an autonomous community with a strong local identity, sought greater independence and control over areas like education and health. The election resulted in a fragmented Parliament, with no single party winning an outright majority. The center-left coalition, led by the Socialists, remained the largest bloc, but Catalan nationalist parties, especially Convergence and Union (CiU), gained significant seats. This outcome reflected ongoing debates about Catalonia’s autonomy and future, shaping regional politics beyond the election.