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Spain: Massive protests after housing bills voted down
dw.com • • world
Key Points:
- Tens of thousands protested across Spain demanding affordable housing, following the Spanish parliament's rejection of two emergency bills aimed at supporting renters and preventing evictions.
- The protests were sparked by the eviction of an 87-year-old woman in Madrid and have spread to around 50 cities, with police using tear gas and rubber bullets in Valencia.
- Demonstrators criticized politicians for ignoring public demands, with organizers highlighting a renewed energy in the housing rights movement.
- Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's proposed measures included automatic tenancy renewals and eviction restrictions, but opposition parties blocked the bills, fueling public anger.
- Reports suggest Sanchez may call a snap election in November, with the government monitoring ongoing protests before deciding on next steps.
