1981 Pitcairnese airfield referendum

A referendum on building an airfield was held in the Pitcairn Islands in March 1981.Pitcairn (UK), March 1981: Construction of an airfield Direct Democracy With the island only accessible by boat, around 90% voted in favour of constructing an airfield. The Island Council supported the construction of an airfield. However, construction was too expensive for the British Authorities.

Results ChoiceVotes%For2689.66Against310.34Invalid/blank votes4–Total33100Registered voters/turnout3691.67Source: Direct Democracy

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