Referendums

Question 1

2011 referendum case study ?

Answer 1

Should wales be given more devolved powers ?
Yes
Given more control over where to spend money
Spent on roads

Question 2

2016 referendum case study?

Answer 2

Should Scotland become independent ?
High turnout
16&17 allowed to vote.
SNP trying to get positive outcome
Outcome NO

Question 3

Brexit referendum case study?

Answer 3

2016
MPs voted stay but majority of electorate voted leave.
Suggests that referendums are useful for keeping representatives in tune with constituents
And that referendums are compromises.

Question 4

What are key features of referendum ?

Answer 4

Parliament is unlikely to ignore result
National or regional level
Adhoc
2 clear choices