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Thousands rally across Spain against high rents

Published on 6 Apr 2025 3:19:19 PM

Thousands took to the streets across cities in Spain on Saturday (April 5) to demand more affordable housing, saying tourism, speculation and a rentier economy are driving prices beyond reach.

Spain is struggling to balance tourism growth with rising public concern over high rents fuelled by gentrification and short-term tourist rentals.

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Thousands took to the streets across cities in Spain on Saturday (April 5) to demand more affordable housing, saying tourism, speculation and a rentier economy are driving prices beyond reach.

Spain is struggling to balance tourism growth with rising public concern over high rents fuelled by gentrification and short-term tourist rentals.

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news, thestartv, the star, spain, madrid, barcelona, protest, high rent, residents, housing, expensive