Catalonia referendum: Pro-unity rallies under way in Spain

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Tens of thousands have protested in Madrid, while other demonstrations have been held in the Catalan city of Barcelona urging political dialogue.
Campaigners gathered with signs saying "Spain is better than its leaders" and "let's talk".

Businesses have continued to announce their departure from the Catalan region amid the ongoing political uncertainty.

The Caixa Foundation, which controls one of the Spain's largest banks, announced it was moving its headquarters to Palma de Mallorca while the crisis continues.


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Smacks of the Scottish independence referendum scare mongering... If you vote yes, we'll leave Scotland... Guess what, they leave Scotland anyway...

There are reports that the Spanish army is preparing to move into the area. I've yet to see official reports on this.