Portugal voorziet referendum Europese Grondwet in 2005 (en)
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Auteur: | By Andrew Beatty
Auteur: | By Andrew Beatty
The Portuguese government will today (23 June) announce plans to hold a referendum on the European Constitution in 2005.
According to Publico the government will announce today that a proposal will be put to Lisbon Parliament in September, paving the way for a referendum next year.
The announcement comes as the Prime Minister and President of Portugal agree to hold a popular vote. Previously President Jorge Sampaio has been against holding a vote.
Both the government and the opposition are expected to back a yes vote.
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