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Spain announces eviction ban, housing measures after 87-year-old's forced removal protests.

September 29, 2026

Summary

Spain's cabinet ministers have agreed on new measures to address the country's housing crisis, including a proposed ban on evictions until 2030 and automatic renewal of tenant contracts. This follows protests sparked by the eviction of an 87-year-old woman.

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