Albiol, the mayor of Badalona, will be the PP's top candidate in Barcelona for November 29th: Feijóo is betting on the most critical voice on migration in the face of Vox's growth

Xavier García Albiol, the mayor of Badalona, will head the Partido Popular (PP) ticket in Barcelona for the upcoming elections on November 29. Party leader Alberto Núñez-Feijóo chose Albiol for the top position, positioning him as the party's most critical voice on the issue of migration.

The strategic placement of Albiol comes amid the rising political presence and growth of Vox. By selecting a high-profile and outspoken local figure, the PP aims to strengthen its electoral standing in the region through a distinct approach to contentious social issues.