The Netherlands will hold a referendum on the European Constitution on 1 June, it was announced on Wednesday (23 February).
The vote will be the first in the country's history and will be non-binding, with the Dutch Parliament having the final say.
Nevertheless, the political parties representing the majority in parliament have said they will respect the results if there is a high turnout.
The question Dutch voters will be invited to answer on 1 June will be: "Are you for...
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