1984 Swiss referendums

In today's world, 1984 Swiss referendums has become a topic of increasing interest and debate. From its origins to its impact on today's society, 1984 Swiss referendums has captured the attention of experts and the general public. As its relevance continues to increase, it is crucial to understand its implications and consequences in different areas. In order to address this question comprehensively, this article seeks to explore the different aspects of 1984 Swiss referendums, from its historical origins to its influence today. Through a detailed analysis, it is intended to shed light on this topic in an objective and complete manner, offering the reader a broad and precise vision.

Ten referendums were held in Switzerland in 1984. The first three were held on 26 February on introducing tolls for HGVs (approved), introducing tolls for national routes (approved) and a popular initiative "for a real civilian service based on a proof through demonstration" (rejected). The next two were held on 20 May on popular initiatives "against the abuse of bank client confidentiality and bank power" (rejected) and "against the sellout of the homeland" (rejected).

Two further referendums were held on 23 September on popular initiatives "for a future without further nuclear power plants" (rejected) and "for a secure, parsimonious and ecologically sound energy supply" (rejected). The final three were held on 2 December on a popular initiative "for an effective protection of maternity" (rejected), a federal resolution on an article in the Swiss Federal Constitution relating to broadcasting (approved) and a popular initiative "for the compensation of victims of violent crimes" (approved).

Results

February: HGV tolls

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 1,254,489 58.7 13 5 15.5
Against 882,756 41.3 7 1 7.5
Blank votes 17,124
Invalid votes 2,223
Total 2,156,592 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,087,215 52.8
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

February: Tolls on national routes

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 1,132,497 53.0 13 6 16
Against 1,005,051 47.0 7 0 7
Blank votes 17,706
Invalid votes 2,202
Total 2,157,456 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,087,215 52.8
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

February: Civilian service

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 771,413 36.2 1 1 1.5
Against 1,361,482 63.8 19 5 21.5
Blank votes 20,212
Invalid votes 1,502
Total 1,712,397 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,114,658 41.6
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

May: Banks

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 464,637 27.0 0 0 0
Against 1,258,964 73.0 20 6 23
Blank votes 16,954
Invalid votes 1,796
Total 1,742,351 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,097,762 42.5
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

May: Sellout of the homeland

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 837,997 48.9 7 3 8.5
Against 874,954 51.1 13 3 14.5
Blank votes 25,824
Invalid votes 1,961
Total 1,740,736 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,097,762 42.5
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

September: Nuclear power plants

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 762,792 45.0 5 2 6
Against 931,245 55.0 20 6 23
Blank votes 17,992
Invalid votes 1,448
Total 1,713,477 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,114,658 41.6
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

September: Energy supply

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 773,767 45.8 5 2 6
Against 916,916 54.2 15 4 17
Blank votes 20,212
Invalid votes 1,502
Total 1,712,397 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,114,658 41.6
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

December: Maternity protection

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 241,442 15.8 0 0 0
Against 1,288,974 84.2 20 6 23
Blank votes 19,166
Invalid votes 2,428
Total 1,552,010 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,123,190 37.6
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

December: Constitutional article on broadcasting

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 1,001,888 68.7 20 6 23
Against 455,536 31.3 0 0 0
Blank votes 86,784
Invalid votes 3,534
Total 1,547,742 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,123,190 37.5
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

December: Victims of violent crime

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For 1,241,377 82.1 20 6 23
Against 270,878 17.9 0 0 0
Blank votes 36,180
Invalid votes 2,827
Total 1,551,262 100 20 6 23
Registered voters/turnout 4,123,190 37.6
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. ^ a b Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, pp1928–1929 ISBN 9783832956097
  2. ^ a b c Nohlen & Stöver, p1929