Housing crisis protests in Spain: Tens of thousands take to the streets
Following the parliamentary rejection of legal measures prepared by the government against the housing crisis, tens of thousands of people took to the streets across Spain.
Tens of thousands of people held protest demonstrations in Madrid and other cities due to mounting anger over the deepening housing crisis and eviction orders in Spain.
Background of the Protests
The rejection by the parliamentary opposition of measures prepared by the government against the housing crisis in Spain sparked public outrage. Mass anger had further intensified after the eviction of an 87-year-old woman in Madrid.
Turnout and Demonstrations
Authorities stated that 70,000 people participated in the protests, while organizers announced the figure was 500,000. Demonstrators carried banners calling for a general strike.
Political Developments and Rejected Decrees
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's coalition government presented two decrees on Friday including a ban on evictions until 2030 and the regulation of temporary rentals. However, these bills were voted down by the People's Party, Vox, and Junts.
Tension in Valencia
Protests across 50 cities in Spain took place largely peacefully. In contrast, clashes broke out between demonstrators and police in the city of Valencia, with law enforcement using rubber bullets and tear gas.