July 08, 2003

Abstract: (CPOD) Jul. 8, 2003 - Terrorist attacks are the main concern for Spaniards, according to a poll by Gallup. 62.2 per cent of respondents say incursions by armed group Basque Motherland and Liberty (ETA) are the biggest problem in the country.

(CPOD) Jul. 8, 2003 - Terrorist attacks are the main concern for Spaniards, according to a poll by Gallup. 62.2 per cent of respondents say incursions by armed group Basque Motherland and Liberty (ETA) are the biggest problem in the country.

Since 1959, ETA has killed more than 840 people, in the fight to form an independent state encompassing the Spanish regions of Navarra and the Basque Country, as well as areas in southwestern France. A ceasefire was accorded in 1998, but the organization resurfaced again in January 2000.

Unemployment, public safety and issues related to drug traffic and use were also important concerns for respondents.

Polling Data

What are the biggest problems in Spain right now?
(All mentions)

ETA Terrorism	62.2%
Unemployment	43.6%
Public Safety	42.0%
Drug Traffic, Use	32.3%
Prices, Salaries	22.6%
Immigration	14.0%
Environment	12.0%
Corruption	8.7%
Taxes	6.0%

Source: Gallup (Spain)
Methodology: Face-to-face interviews with 1,011 Spanish residents, conducted from May 5 to May 26, 2003. Margin of error is 3.2 per cent.