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Major police operation at Palma's old prison – who counts the consequences?

Why abandoned buildings in Palma become sleeping places

In Palma, abandoned buildings can turn into informal sleeping places when housing and shelter options are lacking.

Published: April 22, 2026
Major police operation at Palma's old prison – who counts the consequences?

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Why do abandoned buildings in Palma become informal sleeping places?

When people have no safe shelter, unused buildings can turn into places of last resort. The old prison in Palma is a clear example of how a closed site can slowly become an informal camp if it is not managed, secured or given a new use. The broader issue is housing insecurity, not just the building itself.

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