Madrid Tenants' Union

“While a historic agreement was reached that would have allowed her to return to her home, this solution has come too late. An absolutely avoidable situation after a torturing process.”

Madrid Tenants' Union · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-08

The union commented on emergency housing legislation that was rejected in Congress the previous week.

“a turning point in the history of this country”

Madrid Tenants' Union · said 2026-10-07 · reported 2026-10-08

The union said Abascal's situation marked a turning point in the country's history.

“We regret to announce that Maricarmen passed away today,”

Madrid Tenants' Union · said 2026-10-07 · reported 2026-10-08

The union announced the death of Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old pensioner whose eviction had sparked nationwide protests.

“Above all, we will fulfil what she always asked of us: 'fight, keep fighting for what is yours',”

Madrid Tenants' Union · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-08

The union pledged to fulfil Abascal's wish that they keep fighting for what is theirs.