In September 2015, Catalan nationalist parties won an absolute majority in the 135-seat regional assembly. The parties say they will propose a plan for an independent state within 18 months. Secession is currently banned under Spain's constitution and the national government has refused to accept any proposals.
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Response rates from 717k Spain voters.
9% Yes |
71% No |
8% Yes |
65% No |
0% Yes, although the outcome would hurt Catalonia, it is the right decision for Spain |
6% No, the outcome would be bad for both Spain and Catalonia |
0% Yes, although the outcome would hurt Spain, it is the right decision for Catalonia |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 717k Spain voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 717k Spain voters.
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Unique answers from Spain voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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Catalonia would be hurt from losing EU membership and poor credit score, but Spain needs to treat Catalonia better
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Yes, citizens of Catalonia should be allowed to vote and decide with a majority vote, and if Catalonia leaves Spain, then Spain should permanently veto Catalonia’s EU membership.
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The autonomous communities with historical background should be able to vote on this only if there is a good economic plan for independence and EU backing.
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No, but increase its autonomical competencies.
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Part of Catalonia independant part remain in Spain
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No, because both Spain and Catalonia are one.
