In early June, we shared news about and a documentary film dedicated to “Spin Time”, an occupied social centre in the heart of Rome.
On the 29th of July, a small fire in the social centre’s building provided the occasion to evict the some 400 residents, including children, elderly and disabled people on to the street.
At this moment, it would seem that “Spin Time” has come to an end. Their struggle and ours however continues.
For news, see:
Angela Giuffrida, “Hundreds camp in Rome heatwave as Meloni government cracks down on squats”, The Guardian, 05/08/2026.
Angela Giuffrida, “Scramble to house hundreds camping in Rome heatwave after squat eviction”, The Guardian, 07/06/2026
Over the years, we have published numerous articles on the struggle for and significance of occupied social centres. Click here to review.