Journalist Antonio Maestre has openly criticized the Spanish government for its lack of action regarding the ongoing issue of housing speculation. In a recent post on social media platform X, he expressed his frustration with a straightforward yet powerful statement about the housing crisis in Spain.
Maestre pointed out that, as discussions about the housing situation unfold, the question of accountability arises, with various parties attributing blame to one another. His primary concern is the government”s failure to prohibit housing speculation, a point he made clear in his public remarks.
The journalist”s tweet has sparked numerous responses, with many questioning whether the government is genuinely capable of taking decisive action on this pressing matter. One follower raised a historical comparison to the expropriation of Rumasa, suggesting that the cost of such measures could limit the government”s ability to expropriate housing in major cities.
This is not the first time Maestre has voiced his concerns regarding the housing situation in Spain. Just two months prior, he humorously commented on the matter, stating, “Stop repeating that there is a problem with housing in Spain. The existence of a 25 square meter apartment costing 1,200 euros is a problem for those who have to pay it. For some to be in trouble, others are profiting. That”s just how it is,” underscoring the responsibility of those perpetuating housing speculation in the nation.
