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This page sets out the standard format for referendums articles.

A referendum on the subject of X were held in Fooland on 30 February 2000. The proposal was approved by 51% of voters.

Background

Background to the referendum, including the reasons for it being called and any previous referendums on the same issue.

Question

Information about the wording of the question, when and how it was agreed.

Do you approve of the proposed reforms?

Conduct

Details about the conduct of the referendum (e.g. if there are any irregularities or problems).

Campaign

Information on the election campaign, including any major areas of debate, incidents (e.g. violence) and party platforms.

Opinion polls

Date Agency For (%) Against (%)
October 1999 Angus Reid[1] 49 51
November 1999 Yougov[2] 51 49
December 1999 Reuters[3] 50 50

Results

Choice Votes %
For 510,000 51.0
Against 490,000 49.0
Invalid/blank votes 15
Total 1,000,015 100
Registered voters/turnout 1,500,000 66.7
Source: IFES[4]

Aftermath

Events that occurred after the referendum, including the implementation (or not) or any proposals.

References

  1. ^ Angus Reid website
  2. ^ Yougov website
  3. ^ Reuters website
  4. ^ IFES website

If not used in the references section, useful external links may include:

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Category:2000 referendums
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