Housing: The main concern of the population
Access to housing has become the main concern for 20% of citizens, with a notable incidence among young people between 25 and 34 years old, where this figure rises to 25%. This reality highlights a deficit in housing policies and a growing frustration with a system that fails to offer effective solutions.
Social inequalities: An urgent demand
40% of citizens express that reducing social inequalities should be a priority on the political agenda, which indicates a need for redistributive approaches that seek more equitable well-being.
Territorial debate: Stability and ideological fractures
Support for Catalan independence remains constant, with 54% against and 40% in favor, while 33% prefer an autonomous model. This stability in the territorial debate contrasts with the high levels of polarization experienced in the past, but reveals significant ideological fractures that make it difficult to create a unified strategy.
Poverty and inequality: An uncertain future
The perception that reducing poverty and inequality is a priority for almost half of the population underlines the urgency of adopting policies that address these issues effectively and inclusively.
Political disaffection: A challenge for democracy
Although 62% of respondents believe that social protest can influence political decisions, dissatisfaction with democracy reaches 70%. This distrust of the political system is reinforced by the perception that politicians often put their personal interests before the needs of society as a whole.
Economic perception: A pessimistic view
Although the perception of the Catalan economy is slightly more favorable than that of the Spanish state, 48% of citizens describe it as bad or very bad, which indicates a stagnation in expectations of economic improvement.
Immigration: A polarized debate
72% of Catalans recognize that immigrants are not fundamentally different from them, but at the same time, 59% believe that there is too much immigration. This duality reflects an ambivalent feeling that calls for an approach that integrates diversity with responsible management of resources.
Challenges and opportunities in Catalan politics
The barometer data shows the need to strengthen public trust in institutions and address structural issues such as inequality, housing and disenchantment with politics. These concerns could lead to a more inclusive model that puts people’s needs at the center of decisions.
Unexpected aspects of the opinion barometer
Some surprising data from the latest barometer include that, although 62% believe in the effectiveness of social protest, only 30% have participated in protest actions in the last year. Furthermore, the young age group under 25 is the most critical of immigration, a fact that defies expectations about their tolerance.
Furthermore, a high percentage of Catalans do not know the leader of the opposition, and 54% prefer parliamentary stability that involves sacrifices to their electoral programs. This may be a reflection of citizen fatigue with political instability and distrust of current leaders.
