Czech European Union membership referendum, 2003

Results by district

A referendum on joining the European Union was held in the Czech Republic on 13 and 14 June 2003. The proposal was supported by 77.3% of voters, with a turnout of 55.2%. The Czech Republic joined the EU on 1 May 2004.

Campaign

Opinion polls in the run-up to the referendum showed support for joining from 63% to over 70%, with the highest support among younger, wealthier and better educated people.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
For3,446,75877.3
Against1,010,44822.7
Invalid/blank votes100,754
Total4,560,399100
Registered voters/turnout8,259,52555.21
Source: Direct Democracy

References

  1. "Poland and Czech Republic confirm referendum dates". EurActiv.com. 29 April 2003. Retrieved 8 June 2008.
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