1954 Swiss referendums

In today's world, 1954 Swiss referendums is a topic that is gaining more and more relevance. With the advancement of technology and globalization, 1954 Swiss referendums has become a fundamental aspect in people's daily lives. Whether on a personal, professional or academic level, 1954 Swiss referendums has a significant impact on modern society. In this article, we will explore different aspects of 1954 Swiss referendums and analyze its influence on various sectors. From its historical importance to its relevance in the present, 1954 Swiss referendums is a topic that continues to arouse interest and debate among experts and the general population. Read on to discover more about 1954 Swiss referendums and its relevance today!

Four referendums were held in Switzerland during 1954. The first two were held on 20 June on a federal resolution on concessions for shoemakers, saddlers, barbers and wainwrights and a federal resolution on assistance for war-affected Swiss citizens living abroad. Both were rejected by voters. The third was held on 24 October on a federal resolution on financial order between 1955 and 1958, and was approved by 70% of voters. The fourth was held on 5 December on a popular initiative for the "protection of the Stromlandschaft and concession Rheinau", and was rejected by 69% of voters.

Results

June: Concessions for some industries

Choice Votes %
For 187,729 33.1
Against 380,213 66.9
Blank votes 19,483
Invalid votes 1,407
Total 588,832 100
Registered voters/turnout 1,437,972 40.9
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

June: Assistance for the war-affected

Choice Votes %
For 243,311 44.0
Against 309,083 56.0
Blank votes 31,196
Invalid votes 1,048
Total 584,638 100
Registered voters/turnout 1,437,972 40.7
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

October: Financial order

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 457,527 70.0 18 6 21
Against 196,188 30.0 1 0 1
Blank votes 19,331
Invalid votes 1,096
Total 674,142 100 19 6 22
Registered voters/turnout 1,441,310 46.8
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

December: Popular initiative

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 229,114 31.2 1 0 1
Against 504,330 68.8 18 6 21
Blank votes 13,995
Invalid votes 1,000
Total 748,439 100 19 6 22
Registered voters/turnout 1,442,668 51.9
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. ^ a b c d e Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, pp1915–1916 ISBN 9783832956097