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 %
For2,42761.83
Against1,49838.17
Invalid/blank votes10
Total3,935100
Registered voters/turnout6,78557.99
Source: Direct Democracy

References

  1. 1998 Referendum Political Database of the America
  2. Election Profile IFES

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