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"Members of the Spanish conservative Falange movement rallied in central Madrid on Friday to protest against the government's new migration plan, aimed at granting legal status to half a million undocumented migrants who arrived before 2026. Footage shows protesters waving Spanish flags and holding lit flares as police form lines to contain the crowd. The scheme applies to undocumented migrants who were in Spain before December 31, 2025, and meet the required legal conditions. Eligible applicants would be able to seek temporary residence and work permits in agriculture and caregiving. Authorities say the policy is aimed at bringing long-term undocumented residents into the formal system, allowing them to work legally and pay taxes. The policy drew strong opposition from right-wing groups, who argue it will put further pressure on public services and housing for nationals. Some demonstrators linked the migration plan to Spain's housing crunch, arguing that subsidised housing should be reserved for Spanish citizens as rents continue to rise in major cities, including Madrid and Barcelona. Madrid authorities restricted the planned protest route to Callao and nearby streets after organisers attempted to march further into the city. Officials said the limits were introduced to maintain public order in a busy tourist area."
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