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Pro-Catalan independence protesters gather in Barcelona

During a demonstration marking the fourth anniversary of a Catalan independence referendum, around a thousand pro-Catalan independence protesters gather in Barcelona to ask for political leaders to join them to "apply what we voted for, which is the unilateral declaration of independence."

My Europe Series

Berliners back seizing housing from so-called mega landlords

In a referendum on Sunday timed to coincide with Germany's general election on Sunday, locals supported expropriation by 56% to 39%.

Switzerland

Swiss voters overwhelmingly approve same-sex marriage in referendum

The "Marriage For All" was approved by 64.1% of voters and should come into force on July 1, 2022.

Italy

Italy set to hold a referendum on decriminalising cannabis

Italy will soon decide whether or not to decriminalise cannabis in a referendum next year, as campaign groups gathered 500,000 signatures, the threshold required by law to trigger a nationwide vote.

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SanMarino

San Marino set to hold a referendum on whether to legalise abortion

Voters will decide on September 26 whether to allow terminations within the first twelve weeks of pregnancy.

Italy

Italy moves closer to a referendum on legalising euthanasia

A petition to legalise euthanasia in Italy has been signed by enough people to hold a referendum on the subject.

World News

Abortion in Gibraltar: Voters say yes in referendum to ease strict law

Voters have endorsed legal changes to ease the ban on abortion in the British territory where restrictions are among the tightest in Europe.

United Kingdom

Gibraltar to vote on abortion proposals that would loosen laws

The proposed changes would allow abortion up to the 12th week if doctors deem the pregnant woman’s physical or mental health to be at risk, or if there is a substantial risk of a fatal foetal abnormality.

World News

How easy would it be for Scotland to rejoin the European Union?

Scotland's separatist parties won a majority of seats at last Thursday's election, meaning leaving the United Kingdom is once again being talked about.

United Kingdom

Scotland: SNP seeks mandate for fresh independence referendum

But opinion polls suggest the party may not achieve an outright majority and could seek a pro-independence coalition.

Switzerland

Switzerland to hold a referendum on same-sex marriage

Switzerland will hold a referendum on whether to push ahead with same-sex marriage.

Switzerland

Switzerland urges voters to reject referendum on banning burqas

The Swiss government has called for voters to reject a proposal to ban full facial coverings such as burqas and niqabs at a referendum in March.

Switzerland

Swiss to vote in referendum on government's COVID-19 measures

Campaigners say the measures, which include the closing of bars and restaurants, are "disproportionate" and "demonstrably ineffective".

Switzerland

Swiss voters reject proposals to increase liability for big companies

Switzerland has rejected measures that would have stiffened penalties against Swiss companies that violate human rights or harm the environment.

My Europe Series

Estonia's liberal reputation at stake in gay marriage referendum

Estonia has an international image as a liberal bastion and a start-up nation. Outside of Tallinn, the reality is very different.

New Zealand

New Zealand votes to legalise euthanasia but not marijuana

People voted 65% in favour of supporting an End of Life Choice Act that gives people with a terminal illness the option of requesting assisted dying.

My Europe Series

New Caledonia referendum: Will archipelago vote to split from France?

The vote is the second referendum on independence in two years. Campaigners for separation from France feel victory this time is within their grasp.

World News

French territory of New Caledonia prepares for independence referendum

Voters are expected to reject breaking away from France's control after almost 170 years despite rising support for the move.

Switzerland

Will the Swiss vote to drop the guillotine on EU freedom of movement?

Swiss voters will decide whether EU citizens can live and work in the country, a decision that could derail the country's relationship with the bloc.

Italy

Italian referendum on parliament size heading towards 'yes'

Exit polls suggested a fairly resounding 'yes' vote won the day in the referendum with a projected share between 60-64%.