2016 Bermudian same-sex union and marriage referendum
A non-binding referendum on same-sex marriage was held in Bermuda on 23 June 2016.[1][2][3] Voters were asked two questions; whether they were in favour of same-sex marriages and whether they are in favour of same-sex civil unions.[1][2][3] While majority of voters voted against both proposals, the results were invalid as the turnout of 46.89% was below the 50% requirement.[4]
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Opinion polls
A Global Research poll, conducted between 6 and 13 June 2016 for The Royal Gazette, found that 49% of registered voters opposed same-sex marriage, 41% were in favour and 10% did not know. A separate question on the same survey found that 52% supported civil unions for same-sex couples, 39% were against and 9% did not know.[5]
Results
Are you in favour of same sex marriage in Bermuda?
| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 6,514 | 31.46 |
| Against | 14,192 | 68.54 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 98 | – |
| Total | 20,804 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 44,367 | 46.89 |
| Source: Government of Bermuda | ||
Are you in favour of same sex civil unions in Bermuda?
| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 7,626 | 36.97 |
| Against | 13,003 | 63.03 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 175 | – |
| Total | 20,804 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 44,367 | 46.89 |
| Source: Government of Bermuda | ||
References
- Bermuda same-sex marriage referendum set for June 23 Archived 7 September 2018 at the Wayback Machine Jamaica Observer, 12 May 2016
- Referendum (Same Sex Relationships) Act 2016 Bermuda Laws Online
- Referendum (Same Sex Relationships) Notice 2016 Bermuda Laws Online
- Voters roundly reject same-sex marriage The Royal Gazette, 24 June 2016
- "Majority votes 'no' in same-sex poll". The Royal Gazette. 17 June 2016.