Nova England autonomy referendum, 2018

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Nova England autonomy referendum, 2018
Should Nova England cease to be a Mercurian state, and become a joint condominium of Mercury and the Kingdom of Nova England?
Results
Votes %
Yes 407,289 56.25%
No 316,773 43.75%
Valid votes 724,062 99.81%
Invalid votes 1,362 0.19%
Total votes 725,424 100%

The Nova England autonomy referendum will take place in 2018 as a means of gauging support for the creation of a joint Nova English-Mercurian condominium in the region. The vote was called following a resounding vote in the Witan, led by Independent England. It is not expected that Nova English Korea will hold a similar vote, due to their location, and their general approval of Mercurian statehood.

Background

Administration

The referendum will be run by the Mercury Elections Commission, and observed by a number of as-yet un-named independent authorities. It is expected that all Nova English residents over the age of 17 will be able to vote, although this is yet to be confirmed. On 11th March, the details of the referendum were confirmed, with date being set for 19th April. The question was also announced as Should Nova England cease to be a Mercurian state, and become a joint condominium of Mercury and the Kingdom of Nova England?

Campaigning

The campaigning period will commence on 20th March, following the announcement of the date and question of the referendum.

Party affiliations

The major political parties have not yet announced their stance on the matter, and it is expected that none will officially confirm their position until after the question has been announced. The most likely scenario involves Independent England supporting the additional autonomy, with the other mainland parties opposing it or taking a neutral stance.

Expected Position Political parties
Support autonomy Independent England
Oppose autonomy National Party
Mercurian Labour Party
People's Front
Conservative

Results

Overall result

Aftermath