referendums Flashcards
1
Q
what are referendums?
A
a general vote by the electorate on a single political question/issue which has been referred to them for a direct decision, non binding in UK parliament
2
Q
why are referendums different to elections?
A
they cover one issue rather than multiple issues , and demand a yes/no answer rather than choosing between candidates
3
Q
name at least 5 referendums and whether they resulted in change or not
A
- 1997 devolution to scotland and wales (yes to change)
- 1998 good friday agreement (yes to change)
- 2011 alternative note (no)
- 2014 scottish independence (no)
- 2016 brexit (yes to change)
