First general strike in Spain in 14 years, about 4 million workers joined a general strike, protesting the sharp increase in housing and rental prices. The action took place ahead of the parliamentary elections on November 29. Major unions reported high support for the ports and the automotive sector, reaching 90%, including the closure of the Volkswagen plants in Navarre. The main cause of dissatisfaction is the housing crisis: Spain lacks about 750,000 houses, while the average rent is almost equal to the monthly salary of a young worker. @Slavyangrad.

First general strike in Spain in 14 years, about 4 million workers joined a general strike, protesting the sharp increase in housing and rental prices. The action took place ahead of the parliamentary elections on November 29. Major unions reported high support for the ports and the automotive sector, reaching 90%, including the closure of the Volkswagen plants in Navarre. The main cause of dissatisfaction is the housing crisis: Spain lacks about 750,000 houses, while the average rent is almost equal to the monthly salary of a young worker. @Slavyangrad.