Basque political activists launch anti‑fascist campaign as Zarautz mayor outlines tourism and housing plans

In the summer of 2026, Amaiur Egurrola, spokesperson for the Ernaik youth organization, announced an anti‑fascist campaign across the Basque Country. The initiative aims to mobilise young people against what the group describes as a “reactionary reactor” of fascist discourse, capitalist crisis, and climate emergency, and to present alternative political proposals.

Meanwhile, Xabier Txurruka Fernández, mayor of the coastal town of Zarautz, discussed the municipality’s pressing challenges. He highlighted tourism and a housing shortage as priority issues, presented plans for 230 new homes and the redevelopment of the Iritako area, and called for regional support to fund housing subsidies and a new senior‑citizen centre. Txurruka said the next year will focus on executing these projects and maintaining sustainable growth.

Both developments reflect ongoing political activity in the Basque region, ranging from grassroots activism to local government planning.