Galician politics refers to the political landscape of Galicia, an autonomous community in northwest Spain. It operates under a parliamentary system, with the Galician Parliament being the main legislative body. The region has its own government, known as the Xunta de Galicia, which is responsible for various local matters, including education, health, and infrastructure. The political scene in Galicia is characterized by several parties, including the Galician Nationalist Bloc (BNG), People's Party (PP), and Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE). These parties often focus on issues like regional identity, economic development, and the preservation of the Galician language and culture.