Separatist movements in Europe

Calls for independence are not unique to Spain where Catalonia’s regional government is demanding self-determination – there are several other movements in Europe seeking self-rule

Faroe Islands
Apr 2018: Will vote on new constitution and possible separation from Denmark

Scotland
2014: Referendum on independence lost with 55% of voters choosing to stay in UK

Basque Country
Basque Nationalist Party supports independence

Catalonia
Oct 2017: Following threats to declare independence from Spain, Madrid plans
to impose direct rule on region which generates 20% of Spanish GDP

Flanders
2019: Independence of Flemish-speaking Flanders region from French-speaking Wallonia likely to dominate Belgian federal elections

South Tyrol
Annexed to Italy following World War I. Secessionist movement wants to reunify with Austria

Lombardy, Veneto 
Oct 22, 2017: Millions vote for greater autonomy in twin regions that contribute 30% of Italy’s economy

Corsica
2003: Referendum on independence from France lost by 49% to 51%

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Sources: CNBC, Deutsche Welle, Reuters                  © GRAPHIC NEWS