1973 Faroese alcohol referendum
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A referendum on creating a state monopoly on alcoholic beverages was held in the Faroe Islands on 8 November 1973. The proposal was rejected by 62% of voters, equating to 37.7% of registered voters, above the 33% quorum required for rejection. Prohibition was eventually lifted in 1992.
Background
[edit]In 1907 the Løgting voted to hold a consultative referendum on banning alcoholic drinks. The result was a strong "yes" vote, with over 95% of voters voting for prohibition.[1] As a result, a ban on the serving and trade in beverages with an alcoholic content above 2% was introduced the following year.
Results
[edit]Choice | Votes | % |
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For | 5,683 | 38.48 |
Against | 9,086 | 61.52 |
Invalid/blank votes | 97 | – |
Total | 14,866 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | 24,103 | 61.68 |
Source: Direct Democracy |
References
[edit]- ^ Faroes, 6 November 1907: Trading of Spirits Direct Democracy (in German)