Tens of Thousands Rally Across Spain Over Housing Crisis

Protesters in Madrid and other Spanish cities demand tenant protections and housing reforms amid rising evictions.

October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Madrid, Spain — Tens of thousands of demonstrators flooded the streets of Madrid and other Spanish cities on Saturday, protesting the country’s deepening housing crisis following the forced eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal.

The protest highlighted growing public frustration over rising rents, limited affordable housing, and weak tenant protections. Participants called for stronger anti-fraud measures, a ban on evictions without alternative housing, and urgent legislative action to address the issue.

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Organizers emphasized that the government’s failure to pass emergency housing legislation in parliament has left many vulnerable residents without legal recourse. The demonstrations reflect a broader movement demanding systemic changes to ensure housing stability for all citizens.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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