Referendums Flashcards
1
Q
What are referendums
A
A general vote by the electorate on a single political question of political importance which has been reffered to them for a direct decision
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 one to choose between candidate
3
Q
Name five referendums and whether they resulted in change or not
A
1997 devolution of Scotland and wales (voted yes for change)
1988 Belfast agreement (voted yes for change)
2004 northeast regional assembly (no so retain status quo)
2011 alternative vote ( no so retain in the status quo)
2016 brexit (yes for change)
