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Unions call general strike in A Coruña over wages and housing

A Coruña, Galicia, Spain · Nov 11, 2026

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SOONAnnounced for Nov 11. Not started yet.

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The Tea in three lines

Why they are protesting
Protesters are striking over a loss of purchasing power, rising living costs, and housing difficulties.
What they want
Workers demand wage increases, affordable housing, public service reinforcement, and better labor conditions.
What changed
Nov 9: Major trade unions and local platforms scheduled a 24-hour general strike and multiple marches in A Coruña for November 11.
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What protesters want

  • Wage increases to recover purchasing power
  • Measures to facilitate access to dignified housing
  • Policies to reduce the cost of living
  • Reinforcement of public services
  • Improved working conditions for precarious sectors

Organised by: CIG, UGT, CCOO, CGT, CNT, Solidaridad Obrera

What authorities say

Administrative authorities have published resolutions outlining minimum service levels to ensure the operation of essential sectors such as public transport, schools, and health centers during the strike.2

The full story

Major trade unions have called a 24-hour general strike in A Coruña, scheduled for November 11, 2026. The mobilization addresses growing concerns over falling purchasing power, expensive housing, and the rising cost of basic goods. According to the sources, organizations such as CIG, UGT, CCOO, CGT, CNT, and Solidaridad Obrera back the stoppage, which will impact public and private sectors including education, health, and transport. The day will feature multiple demonstrations at midday, followed by a joint evening march focusing on housing rights and real estate speculation. Authorities have established minimum service resolutions for essential sectors during the strike.

Timeline

  1. Additional unions including CGT, CNT, and Solidaridad Obrera backed the strike, and minimum services were established by authorities.2

  2. Trade unions CIG, UGT, and CCOO announced plans for a 24-hour general strike in A Coruña for November 11 over wages and housing.1

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