Barcelona’s Raval was the focus this morning, as Mossos d’Esquadra tried to evict the last family living in a block of flats on Tiger Street. Housing unions say the family has a valid rental contract and is up to date with payments.
The immediate consequence for nearby residents and other tenants in Ciutat Vella is clear, the case is still active, and anyone facing a similar notice should keep their paperwork, payment records and any court documents ready. If you live in the area, check official updates and get legal help quickly if you receive an eviction order.
What the unions say
The Raval Housing Union says the eviction is irregular, and that the family has valid rental contracts and is up to date with payments. The union also called on residents to gather outside the block in protest. For more local coverage, see our Community page.
What is confirmed so far
According to the union’s account, police deployed a large operation at the site, including anti-riot officers. The same account says the action was justified by an alleged imminent risk of collapse, but that claim has not been independently confirmed here. Until Mossos d’Esquadra or the relevant authority publishes its own statement, that justification should be treated as reported.
What happened in January
In January, Catalan police evicted seven families from the same block. Dozens of people gathered outside the building at the time, but were unable to stop the operation. That eviction took place during a cold snap, while this latest attempt comes at the end of a heatwave.
Residents following the case should check official updates from Mossos d’Esquadra and, if the building or street is affected again, local notices from the Ajuntament de Barcelona. Anyone facing a similar notice should keep paperwork ready and seek legal advice as soon as possible.
