Spin Time Labs

Spin Time Labs was a prominent 10-floor social housing and assistance center in Rome's Esquilino district, occupied by grassroots groups since 2013. It provided housing and social services to approximately 400 individuals. The center is currently newsworthy due to its recent eviction, which occurred after a minor fire forced its closure. The Meloni government's crackdown on squatted buildings led to the collapse of talks aimed at preserving the center. Consequently, hundreds of former residents were displaced and forced to camp in tents during a heatwave, as authorities scrambled to find alternative housing. This situation highlights a conflict between the government's policy on squats and the need for social assistance, making Spin Time Labs a focal point in the ongoing debate about housing and social welfare in Rome.