Widespread Protests Demand Housing Rights Across Spain
El Salto
- Protests and encampments have emerged in cities including Bilbao, Seville, and Oviedo, signaling public dissatisfaction with the government's minimal housing decrees.
- The housing movement is gaining momentum, with activists discussing the potential for a general strike regardless of whether major labor unions like CCOO and UGT officially join.
Upcoming Mobilization
- Dozens of demonstrations are scheduled for October 3 across the country.
- Major protests are expected in Madrid, involving four approach columns, and in Barcelona, where the march to L'Hospitalet serves as a tribute to Olga Matute, who took her own life while facing eviction.
Political Implications
- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is reportedly considering calling a general election for late November.
- While housing has become a central issue regarding living standards, polls currently suggest a clear victory for the conservative PP, which would likely govern in coalition with Vox.