Live: Police charge protesters in Gran Via in Madrid and arrest several people The general strike called by the central unions in Spain began this Wednesday with road closures, blockades at workplaces and clashes with the police in various cities. Recruitment requires reasonable rent and decent wages, and registers strong followings in sectors such as the port and automotive sectors, according to UGT and CCOO. The protest comes less than three weeks before the November 29 general election.

Live: Police charge protesters in Gran Via in Madrid and arrest several people The general strike called by the central unions in Spain began this Wednesday with road closures, blockades at workplaces and clashes with the police in various cities. Recruitment requires reasonable rent and decent wages, and registers strong followings in sectors such as the port and automotive sectors, according to UGT and CCOO. The protest comes less than three weeks before the November 29 general election.