Spain's coalition government agreed to ban evictions until 2030 as part of measures to address the housing crisis, following the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal. The government also plans to ban vulture funds from the housing market and extend lease contracts.
The eviction of Abascal, who had lived in her home for 70 years, sparked widespread protests in Madrid. The government has split the measures into two decrees to be voted on in parliament, with the first decree expected to pass. The second decree, which includes the ban on evictions, faces resistance from some parties.
The measures aim to curb speculative housing practices and protect tenants from abusive rent hikes. However, the minority government faces challenges in securing support in a fragmented parliament, with some parties calling for additional protections for small landlords. The issue highlights ongoing tensions between ordinary citizens and speculative investors in the housing market.