# #CortesGenerales in the news 5 October 2026 at 12:38 > Council of Ministers to approve new housing decrees · Spain calls early general election for November · Sánchez considers early elections for November [Council of Ministers to approve new housing decrees]() *5 October 2026 at 12:38* - The Spanish government seeks validation for two housing decrees from the Permanent Deputation following their initial rejection in Congress. [Spain calls early general election for November]() *5 October 2026 at 11:51* - Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has scheduled a snap election for 29 November 2026 following the failure of key housing decrees in Congress. [Sánchez considers early elections for November]() *2 October 2026 at 18:12* - Spanish President Pedro Sánchez evaluates calling a snap general election on 29 November following Junts' rejection of housing decrees.