Millions join Spain’s first general strike in 14 years in protest at rising housing costs
The Guardian1 min read1 reads
The 24-hour stoppage has drawn high participation across sectors and comes weeks before election in which far right could gain power
Trade union members protest in Barcelona. The strongest support for the general strike was reported in coastal regions such as Catalonia and Andalusia, where the soaring cost of housing been particularly acute. Photograph: Josep Lago/AFP/Getty ImagesTrade union members protest in Barcelona. The strongest support for the general strike was reported in coastal regions such as Catalonia and Andalusia, where the soaring cost of housing been particularly acute. Photograph: Josep Lago/AFP/Getty Images
