Drafting a constitution is
Drafting a constitution is only the first step. The constitution has to be granted legitimacy by open discussion and a fair, representative referendum. Emma Bonino
Referendums
The Government have consistently
The Government have consistently made it clear that the mechanism in the United Kingdom whereby the European draft constitutional treaty could be implemented is approval by the House of Commons followed by a referendum of the people of Britain. There is no question of implementing it by the back door. Douglas Alexander
Douglas Carswell accused all
Douglas Carswell accused all political parties of “deliberately cultivating the impression” that there would be a referendum. Douglas Carswell
But if one’s dreams
But if one’s dreams having to come true was the only referendum on whether they were beautiful, or worth dreaming, well then, no one would wish for anything. And that would be so much sadder. David Rakoff
There were a number
There were a number of referendums in ’98 that most of the things I voted for passed. That’s very satisfying when you feel that most of the country is in step with your views. David Cross
Fundamental questions are being
Fundamental questions are being asked about the future of the Eurozone and therefore the shape of the EU itself. Opportunities to advance our national interest are clearly becoming apparent. We should focus on how to make the most of this, not pursue a parliamentary process for a multiple choice referendum. David Cameron
No treaty should be
No treaty should be ratified without consulting the British people in a referendum. David Cameron
Each individual has their
Each individual has their own opinions about whether war is an answer to any problems. Personally I think it’s a waste of time, but I think more importantly, that it’s is an issue that we haven’t had any say in. That’s why I feel so strongly about it. I don’t feel like we’ve really been … Read more
If you are a
If you are a Scot living outside of Scotland but still in the UK, you are not allowed to vote in the referendum. This leaves over a million of loyal, proud Scots disenfranchised. It gives me the rage. Damian Barr
Is it in the
Is it in the interests of Britain to leave or remain in the EU? As we saw in the referendum, there are different Britains and they see their interests in different ways. For a lot of everyday blokes the EU affected their sense of identity in ways they disliked, and they were right in thinking … Read more