One year before the municipal elections of May 2027, the Barcelona Barometer, conducted by the Opinion Studies Department of the Municipal Data Office (OMD), paints an open political landscape in the city council. Elisenda Alamany, ERC's leader in the City Council, has emerged as the best-rated political figure in the city, with an average score of 5.2. Jaume Collboni (PSC) follows closely with 5.1, and Jordi Martí Galbis (Junts) scores a 5. The rest of the political leaders fall below passing grades, with Gerardo Pisarello (BComú) at 4.7, Daniel Sirera (PP) at 3.3, and Gonzalo de Oro-Pulido (VOX) at 2.6.
Despite Alamany's higher personal rating, Collboni maintains a significant lead in recognition (84.2%), while other opposition leaders remain less known. The study, based on 800 telephone surveys conducted between May 26 and June 3, 2026, also reflects a notable surge for ERC in direct voting intention, placing them just 1.9 points behind the PSC.
In terms of direct voting intention, the PSC leads with 13% of support, a slight increase from the previous 12.1%. ERC shows a strong rise to 11.1%, up from 7.8% in November. In contrast, Barcelona en Comú drops to third place with 4.7%. Aliança Catalana garners 3.3%, the PP 3.1%, and VOX 2.7%. Junts falls to 2.6%.
Regarding the preference for mayor in 2027, Jaume Collboni is indicated by 11.5% of respondents, followed by Ada Colau (3%), Xavier Trias (2.4%), and Gabriel Rufián (2%). A total of 30.8% believe Collboni will ultimately govern.
The barometer also reveals broad public support for measures to curb tourism and address the housing crisis. 75% of Barcelona residents agree with revoking licenses for tourist accommodation (HUT), and 76.4% support regulating commercial property rental prices. Limiting 24-hour supermarkets has the backing of seven out of ten respondents, and 60% approve of limiting cruise ship arrivals at the Port of Barcelona.
Housing access remains the most pressing issue (31%), followed by insecurity (26.3%). First Deputy Mayor Laia Bonet positively assessed the barometer, highlighting public confidence in municipal management (62% positive opinions) and support for key policies.
