The eviction of the B9 building in Badalona resulted in an improvised camp where approximately fifty people spent the night exposed to the elements. The remaining occupants dispersed. This emergency situation is compounded by the lack of institutional response, with the City Council and the Generalitat exchanging responsibilities regarding shelter for these citizens.
“"does not intend to spend 'a single euro' to shelter the evicted."
Parallel to the local crisis, the Catalan Parliament has been processing a bill for months regarding “transitory and urgent measures to confront and eradicate homelessness.” This initiative, which seeks to eliminate the most extreme form of homelessness (people living on the streets), is considered an unprecedented and pioneering proposal in Europe, supported by the majority of parliamentary groups.
“"this law will be a dead letter without 'sufficient, stable, and earmarked' funding and a 'clear definition of competencies'."
Faced with political inaction and legislative slowness, social entities are providing direct support. Organizations like Badalona Acull have distributed blankets to help people withstand the low temperatures. This work is mirrored by other key organizations such as Arrels in Lleida or Bonanit in Tarragona, which remain the main resource for sheltering homeless individuals.
