Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez calls snap election after housing law fails to pass 05. October 2026 (09:22) Election called after rightwing parties voted down emergency legislation aimed at tackling housing crisisEurope live – latest updatesSpain’s socialist prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has announced a snap general election three days after rightwing parties torpedoed the emergency legislation his minority government had put forward in response to growing public anger over the country’s housing crisis.Sánchez, who has been in office since 2018, used a televised address to communicate his decision, which had been widely expected. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Anti-migrant protesters scuffle with police in Gosport after Channel rescue 05. October 2026 (09:16) Demonstrators gather in south coast town as nearly 150 people trying to reach UK by small boat brought ashoreAnti-migrant protesters have scuffled with police in Gosport, Hampshire, as they opposed the rescue of nearly 150 people trying to reach the UK by small boat.The demonstrators gathered in the south coast town as news of the vessel’s expected arrival spread. It was the second time protesters had targeted the town amid rumours of rescued people disembarking there. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
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