Nevis independence referendum, 1998
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An independence referendum was held in Nevis on 10 August 1998. Although it was approved by 62% of voters, a two-thirds majority was necessary for the referendum to succeed. If it had passed, Nevis would have seceded from the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis.[1][2]
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 2,427 | 61.83 |
| Against | 1,498 | 38.17 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 10 | – |
| Total | 3,935 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 6,785 | 57.99 |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
References
- ↑ 1998 Referendum Political Database of the America
- ↑ Election Profile IFES
External links
- 1998 referendum Nevis Independence
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