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A double referendum on tax adjustment was held in Liechtenstein on 1 March 1970. [1] Voters were asked whether they approved of a tax adjustment for local government and a counterproposal from the Landtag. [1] The first proposal was approved by 67.6% of voters, whilst the Landtag counterproposal was rejected by 66.8% of voters. [1]
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 2,181 | 67.6 |
| Against | 1,045 | 32.4 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 192 | – |
| Total | 3,418 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 4,312 | 79.3 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 974 | 33.2 |
| Against | 1,956 | 66.8 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 488 | – |
| Total | 3,418 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 4,312 | 79.3 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
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