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Spanish unions announce general strike over housing shortage

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Spanish unions announce general strike over housing shortage

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Spanish unions CCOO and UGT have announced a one-day general strike over high rents and housing shortages, to take place before the general election on November 29th.
The trigger was the forced eviction of 87-year-old María del Carmen Abascal in Madrid two weeks ago, which sparked nationwide protests.

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Why It Matters

The housing shortage in Spain has worsened, triggered by high rents and a lack of living space. The forced eviction of 87-year-old María del Carmen Abascal in Madrid two weeks ago sparked nationwide protests. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for new elections after his government failed in parliament with plans for stronger tenant protection.

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Spain's major unions are calling for a general strike because of high rents and a lack of living space. The recent protests were triggered by the eviction of an 87-year-old tenant in Madrid.

October 5, 2026, 10:29 p.m

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The general strike will take place before the general election on November 29th.
Very likely · Within weeks
The protests against the housing shortage will continue even after the general strike.
Likely · Within months

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What specific date will be set for the general strike?
What is the expected participation in the general strike?
What specific demands are the unions making in addition to higher wages and affordable housing?

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