Thousands gather in Barcelona for unified general strike demonstration
Trade unions, organizations, and left-wing groups demand solutions to housing and cost of living crises
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Barcelona public transport resumes 25% services after shutting down totally most of the day
Circulation of Rodalies, FGC, metro and buses stopped completely from 9.30am to 4.30pm
Disturbances in Barcelona city centre following the end of the general strike march
Around 50 arrests as containers burned, shop windows smashed, and fireworks launched at police
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General strike over wages and housing causes widespread disruption across Catalonia
Pickets block industrial estates and roads as public transport services are suspended
Main unions estimate strike participation at 84%
"Catalonia has come to a standstill across all sectors," leaders say
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Shops board up windows but stay open during general strike
Restaurant terraces nearly empty with few people shopping
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