A general strike across the Canary Islands is set for Wednesday, November 11, with seven of the eight islands taking part. The protests aim to address the ongoing housing crisis, demand higher wages, and call for measures to tackle the rising cost of living.
Organised by CCOO and UGT unions, alongside various other organisations, the strike seeks to highlight the economic difficulties affecting thousands of workers and families. Key demands include access to dignified housing, wage improvements, a clampdown on holiday rentals, and restoring purchasing power.
Demonstrations will kick off at 5:00 PM across the main streets of Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote. CCOO Canarias has shared details of the protests on social media.
In Gran Canaria, the march will start at Parque Santa Catalina at 5:30 PM, proceeding along León y Castillo, Presidente Alvear, and back to the square where a six-day protest against the housing crisis took place.
Tenerife’s demonstration will also begin at 5:30 PM, starting from Plaza Weyler and concluding at the Government Presidency, passing through several streets including Calle del Castillo.
La Palma’s protest, organised by FTP La Palma, begins at Plaza de la Alameda at the same time, making its way through Calle Real to Plaza de la Constitución.
In La Gomera, the gathering will solely happen at CCOO La Gomera’s headquarters at 5:00 PM.
El Hierro will hold its protest at 5:00 PM in front of the Government Delegation in Valverde.
Fuerteventura’s march will commence at 5:30 PM from the Government Delegation, continuing through major streets before returning to its starting point.
Lanzarote is expected to see a significant turnout as well, with its protest beginning at 5:30 PM from the former Cabildo de Lanzarote building, following a route through Arrecife centre and concluding at Parque José Ramírez Cerdá.
This coordinated effort reflects broader national demands from unions and social groups for measures to ensure access to dignified housing and improved working conditions.
