Workers across Spain stage first general strike in 14 years
Spain is experiencing its first general strike in 14 years as workers protest against the national housing crisis. The strike has disrupted public transport and business operations ahead of the upcoming November 29 national elections.
Why it matters
The strike highlights growing social unrest and economic inequality in Europe, potentially influencing the outcome of the upcoming national election.
Strike disrupts public transport as housing reform takes centre stage ahead of the November 29 national elections.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Police clash with union members picketing at the entrance to Mercamadrid, Spain's main wholesale market for fresh produce, at the start of a 24-hour nationwide general strike ahead of the November 29 snap election, calling for wages that allow access to decent housing, in Madrid, Spain, on November 11, 2026 [Violeta Santos Moura/Reuters] By AFP and AP Published On 11 Nov 2026 11 Nov 2026 | Updated: 9 hours ago Updated: 9 hours ago Millions of workers across Spain are striking to demand government action over the country’s housing crisis, less than three weeks before a national election that could bring the far right to power.
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