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Two referendums were held in Liechtenstein on 22 September 1991. [1] Voters were asked whether they approved of amendments to a law on noise protection, as well as introducing a five-day week at schools. [1] Both proposals were rejected. [1]
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 1,903 | 20.3 |
| Against | 7,455 | 79.7 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 198 | – |
| Total | 9,556 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 13,816 | 69.2 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 3,226 | 34.7 |
| Against | 6,068 | 65.3 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 262 | – |
| Total | 9,556 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 13,816 | 69.2 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
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