Teachers in Rubí protest to demand improvements in the education system

Around 150 people gathered in Pere Aguilera square before joining the main demonstration in Barcelona.

Protest signs in a public square during an educational strike day.
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Protest signs in a public square during an educational strike day.

Around 150 teachers gathered this Wednesday, February 11th, in Rubí to demand increased investment in education and a reduction in classroom ratios across Catalonia.

The day of protest began with informative pickets at various schools. Later, demonstrators met in front of the Rubí Town Hall, decorating the square with posters stating that caring for educators is essential for student learning.

"The situation is unsustainable; all teachers are burnt out with the bureaucratic workload and unmanageable ratios."

Laia García · Special education teacher
Union sources from USTEC and CCOO reported an 85% participation rate by mid-morning. Educators warned of further 24-hour strikes in March if negotiations with the Department of Education do not progress.