Thousands in Spain's capital protest increasing housing costs
Thousands of protesters gathered in Madrid to voice their concerns over rising housing costs that have made home ownership unaffordable for many Spaniards. The demonstration highlighted the increasing demand for housing driven by tourism and immigration, as well as the government's recent efforts to address the crisis. Despite a new plan to build public housing, many citizens remain dissatisfied with the government's handling of the situation.
- ▪Thousands rallied in Madrid against rising housing costs.
- ▪The housing crisis is a key political issue for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez ahead of the 2027 elections.
- ▪Spain's government recently announced a 7 billion euro plan to build more public housing over the next four years.
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Thousands of people rallied in central Madrid on Sunday (May 24, 2026) against spiralling housing costs that have priced many Spaniards out of the housing market despite a recent economic boom, particularly in cities such as the capital and Barcelona.Spain's housing crisis is one of Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's main political vulnerabilities before elections in 2027. Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand Spanish Prime Minister resignsThe country has a strong tradition of home ownership and scant public housing for rent, while rents have been driven up by increased demand, including due to tourism and population growth linked to immigration, analysts say.The protesters chanted slogans and held banners highlighting their right to housing.
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