Two referendums were held in Switzerland on 16 October 1966.[1] Voters were asked whether they approved of an amendment to the constitution on Swiss citizens living abroad and a popular initiative "for the fight against alcoholism".[1] The constitutional amendment was approved whilst the popular initiative was rejected.[1]

Results

Constitutional amendment

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For491,22068.119622
Against230,48331.9000
Blank votes33,719
Invalid votes1,163
Total756,58510019622
Registered voters/turnout1,580,57347.9
Source: Nohlen & Stöver
Choice Votes %
For174,24223.4
Against571,26776.6
Blank votes12,697
Invalid votes1,164
Total759,370100
Registered voters/turnout1,580,57348.0
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. 1 2 3 Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1919 ISBN 9783832956097
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