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Thousands protest in Madrid and across Spain after tenant protections are rejected

Thousands of people protested in Madrid and other Spanish cities after parliament rejected a law promising stronger relief measures for tenants. The demonstrations followed the eviction of an 87-year-old woman after her rent rose by 275%.

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Thousands of people protested in Madrid and other Spanish cities after parliament rejected a bill aimed at strengthening protections for tenants.

The proposed law promised additional relief measures for people who rent their homes, but it was rejected. The protests came after the eviction of an 87-year-old woman whose rent had increased by 275%.

The available material does not provide further details about the vote, the protest organisers or any next steps.

What we know

  • Protests took place in Madrid and other Spanish cities after parliament rejected tenant-protection legislation.
  • The bill promised stronger relief measures for tenants.
  • An 87-year-old woman was evicted after her rent increased by 275%.

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  • The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
  • Sources: Le Monde International.
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