Hundreds camp in Rome heatwave as Meloni government cracks down on squats
Summary
Hundreds of people in Rome have been living in tents after a fire forced the evacuation of Spin Time Labs, a building used for housing and social help. The government led by Giorgia Meloni wants to close such squatted buildings, but local authorities and community members are trying to find solutions for the displaced residents.Key Facts
- Spin Time Labs has been occupied since 2013 and provides social services like a food bank and co-working spaces.
- A small fire on July 29 led to the evacuation of around 400 residents, including children, elderly, and disabled people.
- The Meloni government views squatted buildings as places linked to crime and seeks to shut them down.
- The building is under two legal seizures: one by the private owner and one connected to the fire.
- The Italian interior ministry was ordered to carry out an eviction in 2020 but delayed action due to concerns about leaving vulnerable people homeless.
- Rome’s city council and volunteers are providing tents, food, and medical help to those displaced.
- Local officials have offered to buy the building to maintain community services.
- The residents come from many countries and backgrounds, living together as a community despite the difficulties.
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