Society · Madrid, Spain · November 12, 2026

Millions join Spain's first general strike in 14 years over housing

Reported by 12 outlets · first reported Nov 11, 4:54 AM ET

Millions of Spanish workers shut businesses and transport in a general strike over housing costs. Authorities said about 120,000 marched in Madrid. Clashes broke out in Barcelona, where protesters lit fires and threw fireworks at police. Average rent equals about 98.7% of a young person's monthly pay. The strike comes weeks before a general election.

Why it matters

Housing costs are a main issue ahead of Spain's election.

Background

Unions called the strike over wages and rents. Housing has been a leading political issue in Spain.

The story so far

1. Nov 11Spain holds first general strike in 14 years over housing
2. Nov 12Millions join Spain's first general strike in 14 years over housing

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Sources

• NPR ↗Nov 11, 4:54 AM ET
• BBC News ↗Nov 11, 5:07 PM ET
• The Guardian ↗Nov 11, 1:51 PM ET

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