Blanca Castro faces severe housing issues in her apartment near Madrid's Atocha station, where the building's owner has neglected maintenance and is pushing long-term tenants out for short-term rentals. This reflects a broader housing crisis in Spain, where rental costs have doubled while salaries have only increased by 20%. Protests are planned as many Spaniards struggle with rising rents, and the government acknowledges the need for more affordable housing. Various measures are being discussed, including rental caps and taxes on foreign buyers, but critics argue these may deter landlords from renting properties. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)