Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Lord Howell of Guildford (Conservative). It was answered by Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean (Labour) on Thursday, 27 January 2005.

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Symons of Vernham Dean, Baroness

Question

What is the earliest possible date, following Royal Assent to a Bill providing for a referendum on the proposed new European Union constitution, for that referendum to be held, taking into account the necessary preparations and administrative arrangements required.

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Secondary information

Type

Oral question

Reference

668 C1385 

Session

2004-05

Oral question type

Lead

Chamber / Committee

House of Lords chamber

Subjects

Elections European Constitution Treaty General elections Local government Referendums