Spain’s first general strike in 14 years brings clashing social and political desires to the fore

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Spain is experiencing its first general strike in 14 years, as unions UGT and CCOO report significant early participation and work stoppages in strategic sectors. The strike has brought competing social and political demands into focus.

The two main unions calling for the strike, UGT and CCOO, reported widespread participation in the early hours “with significant work stoppages in strategic sectors”