1977 Nevis independence referendum
An unofficial independence referendum was held in Nevis on 18 August 1977.[1] It was organised by the Nevis Reformation Party and sought for island of Nevis to separate from St Kitts prior to independence and for remain within the British Empire as a separate Crown colony, similar to Anguilla, which had seceded from Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla in 1967.
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Although 99.66% voting in favour,[1] the result was declared invalid by the national government.
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 4,193 | 99.66 |
| Against | 14 | 0.34 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 13 | – |
| Total | 4,220 | 100 |
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| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
Aftermath
The constitution proclaimed at the independence of Saint Kitts and Nevis in 1983 contained Article 113, giving Nevis the right to unilaterally secede if a referendum resulted in a two-thirds majority.[1] A 1998 referendum resulted in 62% voting in favour of independence.
References
- Nevis (St Kitts and Nevis), 18 August 1977: Separation from St Kitts Direct Democracy (in English and German)
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