Sílvia Orriols

Sílvia Orriols is the mayor of Ripoll, a municipality in Girona, Spain. She represents Aliança Catalana, a party described as xenophobic. Orriols' recent newsworthiness stems from the approval of the municipal budget. The budget's approval was secured through the abstention of the PSC (Socialist Party of Catalonia) municipal group, coupled with Orriols' casting vote to break a tie between those in favor (her party) and those against. This abstention has caused internal conflict within the PSC, with the Girona federation expressing strong disapproval of their Ripoll group's decision. Furthermore, Orriols and her party are gaining traction in Catalan politics, with polls suggesting a potential tie with Junts in upcoming regional elections, particularly strong support in Lleida and Girona. This rising popularity is causing concern within Junts, highlighting Orriols' growing relevance in the Catalan political landscape.