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The EU Constitution treaty was signed in Rome on 29 October 2004 (Photo: European Commission)

Dutch referendum date announced

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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The EU Constitution treaty was signed in Rome on 29 October 2004 (Photo: European Commission)

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