Gardener's Strike in Vitoria-Gasteiz Creates Public Health Crisis

Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, is facing a public health crisis due to an ongoing gardeners' strike. For 54 days, the city's green spaces have been neglected, leading to an explosion in the insect population. "It's like the jungle," says one resident, describing the overgrown vegetation. Another resident expressed concern about the increased risk of allergies and diseases. The local council and the gardening company remain locked in a dispute over working conditions, leaving residents to bear the brunt of the problem. The city is now struggling to address the health and environmental consequences of the strike, with experts predicting it will take at least a year to restore the green spaces to their former state. The situation highlights the importance of maintaining essential municipal services and the need for swift resolution in labor disputes.