Hundreds camp in Rome heatwave as Meloni government cracks down on squats
Hundreds of residents have been forced to camp in tents in Rome after a fire led to the evacuation of the Spin Time Labs building. The centre, which provides housing and social services, has been targeted by the Meloni government for eviction despite legal disputes and previous orders. The displaced community, including children and the elderly, faces harsh heat conditions while authorities and local officials seek a solution.
- ▪A minor fire on 29 July caused the evacuation of the 10‑floor Spin Time Labs complex, leaving about 400 residents on the street.
- ▪The building, occupied since 2013 and offering food banks and other services, is under two judicial seizure orders related to ownership and the fire.
- ▪The interior ministry has not executed an eviction order from 2020, citing concerns about the impact on vulnerable people.
- ▪Local council volunteers have set up tents, provided food, medical aid, and are considering buying the building to preserve the community.
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Police are stationed inside Spin Time to prevent residents from re-entering. Pets belonging to residents remain trapped inside. Some people have managed to retrieve medication left in their homes; others have not. Photograph: Claudia DeganuttiView image in fullscreenPolice are stationed inside Spin Time to prevent residents from re-entering. Pets belonging to residents remain trapped inside. Some people have managed to retrieve medication left in their homes; others have not. Photograph: Claudia DeganuttiItalyHundreds camp in Rome heatwave as Meloni government cracks down on squatsSpin Time provides homes, food banks and after-school clubs but the authorities have locked out residentsAngela Giuffrida in RomeWed 5 Aug 2026 00.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleHundreds of people have…
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