Are referendum results binding?

Netherlands

Netherlands

Answer
Optional referendum - never
Source

Wetraadgevend referendum (Consultative Referendum Law) 13-07-2015

http://wetten.overheid.nl/BWBR0036443/geldigheidsdatum_13-07-2015#Hoofdstuk7_Paragraaf2_Artikel44

See also: https://www.kiesraad.nl/artikel/raadgevend-referendum

Comment

When theturnout threshold is reached and a majority voted against the law, thegovernment has two options. It can accept the results and submit a bill torepeal the law. However, it may also submit a bill to allow the law to takeeffect. The outcome of a referendum is not binding.

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