Spain's parliament rejects housing bill as protests continue
Spain's minority government suffered defeat in parliament as it tried to push through a pair of emergency measures aimed at making housing more affordable.
DW reports: Spain's minority government suffered defeat in parliament as it tried to push through a pair of emergency measures aimed at making housing more affordable.
A pensioner's eviction and protests led to the bid.
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