Luis Campos, General Secretary of Nueva Canarias (NC), highlighted the urgency of the upcoming elections on 29 November, warning that they could mean a regression in rights gained over the past 40 years. In an interview on Crónicas Radio’s “A Buena Hora” programme, he expressed his belief that this election is fundamentally about preserving these rights against the advancing far-right agendas of the Popular Party and Vox.
Campos reflected on the recent shifts within NC, noting how early disagreements led some members to leave and form Primero Canarias. He anticipated a potential consolidation between NC and Coalition Canaria (CC), which he believes may not adequately reflect the interests of the Canary Islands.
He emphasised the importance of unifying the Canary left, bringing together NC, Podemos, Izquierda Unida, and the newer movement Sumar. “It’s essential that we respond to what the public has been asking for all year,” he noted, stressing the need to unite despite differences to effectively represent the Canary Islands at a national level.
When asked about the broader context of left-wing unity elsewhere in Spain, Campos acknowledged challenges but asserted that the situation in the Canary Islands is different due to long-standing collaboration efforts. He stressed the aim is to create a distinctive Canary movement that is not just an extension of mainland parties.
Commenting on Coalition Canaria’s recent partnership with former NC members, Campos remarked it was predictable and pointed out that he had foreseen this evolution over a year ago. He reiterated NC’s commitment to progressing the interests of the Canary Islands, maintaining that their focus remains on addressing local needs rather than aligning with conservative forces.
On the formation of the candidate lists for the Senate from Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, Campos indicated that discussions are underway. He confirmed that the selection process aims to incorporate representatives who resonate with the community, including individuals from other political and social organisations.
The situation is evolving rapidly, with significant implications for the future political landscape in the Canary Islands as the elections draw near.
