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Originally Posted by Angua
However, a second referendum would at least add a veneer of legitimacy to whichever choice is preferred.
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veneer of legitimacy might do the trick for those on the fence, however what would work much better is the EU deciding to alter a few small details in their 'non negotiable' offer.
Much like they did with the Irish back in 2008:
The first referendum on the Treaty of Lisbon held on 12 June 2008 was rejected by the Irish electorate, by a margin of 53.4% to 46.6%, with a turnout of 53%.
The second referendum on the Treaty of Lisbon held on 2 October 2009 and the proposal was approved by 67.1% to 32.9%, with a turnout of 59%.
I know they're not obliged to do anything (hold all the cards, don't need us etc etc) but a small concession here and there may appease enough voters to accept a deal . . . and possibly quieten some of the rumblings in other EU countries?
forgot to add . . interesting but outdated (? ) read from 2008
https://www.theguardian.com/commenti...-lisbon-treaty
classic last paragraph
