Europe’s housing costs akin to ‘new pandemic’, warns Barcelona mayor
The Guardian • 12/15/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025
Summary
Barcelona's mayor, Jaume Collboni, described the rising housing costs in Europe as a "new pandemic" and, along with 16 other city leaders, called on the EU to allocate billions in funding to address the crisis. The EU is set to unveil its first housing plan following consultations with various stakeholders.
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