A referendum on a federal law on insolvency and debt was held in Switzerland on 17 November 1889.[1] The new law was approved by 52.9% of voters.[1]
Background
The referendum was an optional referendum,[1] which meant that only a majority of the public vote was required for the proposals to be approved, as opposed to a mandatory referendum, which required both a majority of voters and cantons.[2]
Results
Choice
Votes
%
For
244,317
52.9
Against
217,921
47.1
Blank votes
3,833
–
Invalid votes
2,547
–
Total
468,618
100
Registered voters/turnout
661,225
70.9
Source: Nohlen & Stöver
References
^ abcNohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1904 ISBN 9783832956097
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