Evicted Spanish pensioner to return home, lawyer says - DW.com
The Spanish government has proposed new housing measures, including an eviction ban until 2030, following public outcry over the eviction of an elderly woman. The legislation aims to curb speculation and protect tenants.
Why it matters
This reflects a growing trend in European politics to address housing affordability and social welfare through legislative intervention.
Spain's cabinet ministers said they have consensus on new measures to curb the housing crisis in the country after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen last week from her apartment sparked protests.
https://p.dw.com/p/5NRFB Housing activists erected tents as part of a protest against the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen from her home Image: David Canales/SOPA Images/IMAGO Advertisement Spain's coalition government on Tuesday said it has agreed new measures to tackle the country's housing crisis after the forceful removal of an 87-year-old pensioner from her apartment in Madrid last week, sparked nationwide solidarity protests.
Spanish Health Minister Monica Garcia said the housing legislation includes a ban on evictions until 2030, tighter rules for short-term rentals and a two-year extension for existing leases.
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