Results breakdown of the 2007 Spanish local elections (Community of Madrid)
The 2007 Spanish local elections in the Community of Madrid were held on Sunday, 27 May 2007, to elect the 179 seats in the Municipal Councils of the 179 municipalities that comprise the autonomous community. Simultaneously, regional elections were held for the Assembly of Madrid.
The People's Party (PP) secured a significant victory, maintaining its dominant position in the region. Esperanza Aguirre was re-elected as President of the Community. The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) remained the main opposition force, but failed to significantly erode the PP's majority. United Left (IU) also contested the elections.
Key results and observations include:
- Overall Majority: The PP maintained an absolute majority in the Assembly of Madrid, ensuring stable governance.
- Municipal Control: The PP held control of a majority of the key municipalities within the Community of Madrid, including the capital city, Madrid.
- Vote Share: The PP garnered the largest share of the popular vote across the region.
- Turnout: Voter turnout was a key factor influencing the results. Analysis of turnout figures provides insight into voter engagement and demographic shifts.
- Electoral System: Seats in the Municipal Councils are allocated using the D'Hondt method with a closed list proportional representation. A threshold of 5% of the valid vote is required for a party to gain representation in the council.
- Key Municipalities: Particular attention was paid to the results in major municipalities such as Madrid, Móstoles, Alcalá de Henares, Fuenlabrada, and Leganés, as these cities often determine the overall balance of power in the region.
Further details regarding specific vote counts, seat allocations, and municipal-level breakdowns are available from official sources such as the Spanish Ministry of the Interior and the Electoral Board. Post-election analysis explored the factors contributing to the PP's continued success and the challenges faced by the opposition parties.