Party coordinator Carlos Martín Urriza resigns due to health issues
In a significant turn of events, the Sumar Movement, a prominent political force in Spain, has elected new leaders following the resignation of Carlos Martín Urriza due to health concerns.
Carlos Martín, who served as the coordinator of Sumar since March, announced his resignation in early August 2025. His departure marked the end of the interim stage that the party had been living since Yolanda Díaz resigned from the position of general coordinator [1][2].
The party's State Assembly, held before the summer break, elected Lara Hernández and Carlos Martín as new co-coordinators, with a staggering 93% vote in favour of their list. In a heartfelt message, Lara Hernández thanked Carlos Martín for his work and sent him a "huge hug."
Sumar, a party that values self-care and the compatibility of political activity with health, has shown its support for Carlos Martín's decision to step down. The party's secretary of Communication, Elizabeth Duval, left the party days before the Assembly, marking the last departure from the party's hard core [3].
The list that was elected in the Assembly included the Second Deputy Prime Minister, Yolanda Díaz, who received the support of 81% of the Sumar membership. The party acknowledges the importance of political activity being compatible with health and takes care of its members' well-being [4][5].
Carlos Martín will continue to be a deputy and spokesperson for Economy and Finance in Congress. The party has not provided any further information about the specific health issues of Carlos Martín, respecting his privacy during this challenging time.
After the summer, Sumar will study the steps to follow regarding the organic vacancy left by Carlos Martín's resignation. The party expresses its utmost respect for Carlos Martín's decision and assures him of their support during this period.
References:
- El País
- La Vanguardia
- El Mundo
- Sumar's Political Document
- Sumar's Statement on Carlos Martín's Resignation
Despite the party's focus on maintaining the compatibility of political activity with health, the specific health concerns that led to Carlos Martín's resignation remain private. On a positive note, the Sumar Movement has recognized the importance of mental health, with its secretary of Health-and-Wellness having proposed an initiative to improve the average mental health of its members.
