NEW : The Popular Party wins 45 % of votes and 186 legislative seats , giving it a majority . Entering the elections , voters told CNN the economy was their top priority . `` This vote will determine the future of the country for years to come , '' Jose Miguel Ariza , a university researcher , said after voting at the Menendez Pelayo school in central Madrid . Rajoy says overcoming Spain 's economic woes requires `` a lot of effort and a lot of unity '' The Socialist Party candidate conceded , so his party wo n't rule for first time since 2008 . Comment:
NEW : The Popular Party wins 45 % of votes and 186 legislative seats , giving it a majority . Rajoy says overcoming Spain 's economic woes requires `` a lot of effort and a lot of unity '' The Socialist Party candidate conceded , so his party wo n't rule for first time since 2008 . Comment: