Spain Faces Renewed Housing Protests After Parliament Rejects Measures

By admin October 3, 2026 No comment

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Spain’s parliament has rejected government measures aimed at easing the country’s housing crisis, prompting protesters to continue demonstrations and encampments in Madrid and other cities. The proposed package included protections against evictions of vulnerable tenants until 2030, an extension of rent freezes for existing leases and tighter rules for

Rising Rents Put Berlin’s Underground Culture Under Pressure

By admin October 1, 2026 No comment

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Berlin’s alternative cultural scene is facing growing pressure as rising property prices reduce the availability of affordable spaces for artists and independent groups. Zirkus Mond, an alternative circus troupe that spent eight years performing on vacant land in northeast Berlin, is now preparing to move after the developer reclaimed the site. The area, known as […]

Spain Unveils Housing Measures After Eviction Protests

By admin September 29, 2026 No comment

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Spain’s coalition government has approved a new set of housing measures following protests over the country’s housing crisis, which intensified after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from her Madrid home. The proposals include a potential ban on evictions until 2030, an extension of rental contracts until 2028, tighter regulation of short-term and room

Berlin Housing Crisis Dominates City Election

By admin September 19, 2026 No comment

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Berlin’s severe housing shortage and rapidly rising rents have become the biggest concerns for voters ahead of the September 20 state election. Around 85% of households in the German capital are renters, while advertised rents have nearly doubled since 2014. The city is projected to need around 211,000 additional homes by 2040. The debate has […]

Berlin Housing Shortage and Rising Rents Take Centre Stage in City Election

By admin September 18, 2026 No comment

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Berlin’s housing shortage and soaring rents have emerged as the biggest concerns ahead of the city election on September 20. Around 85% of households in the German capital are renters, while advertised rents have nearly doubled since 2014. Berlin is expected to need around 211,000 additional homes by 2040, intensifying pressure on the city government. […]

Proposed EU Rules Would Curb Airbnb, Short-Term Rental Homes

By admin September 5, 2026 No comment

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The European Union is considering new rules to restrict Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms in areas facing housing shortages. The proposal aims to address rising housing costs in popular tourist destinations, where residents have protested the growing number of holiday rentals. The draft Affordable Housing Act would allow authorities to identify areas under

Portugal’s Migration Curbs Worsen Construction Labour Shortage

By admin July 20, 2026 No comment

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Portugal’s stricter immigration policies are creating labour shortages in the construction sector, raising concerns over the country’s ability to tackle its growing housing crisis. Industry leaders say migrants make up a significant portion of the workforce, and tighter rules have reduced the number of workers available for major housing and infrastructure

Spain Tourism Hits Record Highs as Middle East Travel Disruptions Boost Arrivals

By admin June 8, 2026 No comment

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Tourism in Spain has surged to record levels, with foreign arrivals reaching about 97 million in 2025 and expectations of hitting 100 million in 2026. Popular destinations like Benidorm have fully rebounded after the pandemic, with visitor numbers far exceeding local populations during peak seasons. Industry leaders say part of the recent boost comes from […]

Swiss Housing Pressure Fuels Support for Population Cap

By admin May 23, 2026 No comment

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Rising housing costs and growing pressure on public infrastructure in parts of Switzerland are strengthening support for a national referendum aimed at limiting population growth. Residents in the village of Knonau, near the prosperous canton of Zug, say rapid expansion driven by economic growth and immigration has transformed the area and strained local services.

Spain Moves to Cap Room Rents and Curb Seasonal Leases to Tackle Housing Crisis

By admin January 12, 2026 No comment

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Spain’s government will introduce tougher rental rules in the coming weeks, including caps on room rents and stricter limits on seasonal leases, as it tries to rein in soaring housing costs. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said the new decree will deepen state intervention in the rental market, which has come under strain from a severe […]