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Spanish referendum: massive 'yes' vote but poor turnout

Exit polls from Spain's referendum on the European Constitution have shown a massive win for the "yes" camp but a low turnout.

According to preliminary results, over three-quarters (78.5 percent) of the Spanish people voted in favour of the Treaty, with only 16.2 percent voting "no".

However, the turnout appeared to be disappointing. Socialist Party Spokesman Jose Blanco told reporters in Spain the participation level at 20.00 CET was 41.5 percent.

He reminded journalists...

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