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'Fine imposed for 'No' vote call in 2017 referendum unlawful'

'Fine imposed for 'No' vote call in 2017 referendum unlawful'

Constitutional Court of Türkiye found the fine imposed on the chairperson of union of dentists calling for "No" vote in 2017 referendum unlawful and "violation of freedom of expression."

30 December 2022

Erdoğan has signed 2,755 decrees since shift to presidential system

Erdoğan has signed 2,755 decrees since shift to presidential system

The president has spoken at a special meeting marking Turkey's two years after switching to a presidential system.

Referendum to Be Held on April 16, Announces Supreme Election Board

Referendum to Be Held on April 16, Announces Supreme Election Board

The Supreme Election Board has announced the date for the referendum as April 16.

13 February 2017

Joint Declaration by pro-Kurdish Bodies in Favor of ‘No’ Votes in Referendum

Joint Declaration by pro-Kurdish Bodies in Favor of ‘No’ Votes in Referendum

DBP, DTK, HDK, HDP, and Free Women’s Movement have issued a joint declaration against the constitutional amendment draft to be put to referendum.

31 January 2017

Kurtulmuş: The Government Hasn’t Declared State of Emergency for Phantasy

Kurtulmuş: The Government Hasn’t Declared State of Emergency for Phantasy

Vice PM Kurtulmuş has said, “We guarantee that everyone will launch their campaigns on equal, free terms” in response to criticisms that “the opposition won’t be able to run their campaign on equal terms”.

27 January 2017

They Might Create Atmosphere of Fear in Turkey, Says Vice PM Kurtulmuş

They Might Create Atmosphere of Fear in Turkey, Says Vice PM Kurtulmuş

“Assassinations, suicide bomb attacks might continue. Terror groups will come to a point at which they will be silenced after yes votes come out in a large margin in the referendum”, said Vice PM Kurtulmuş.

25 January 2017

Passengers Block Detention Attempt Against ‘No’ Song on Ferry

Passengers Block Detention Attempt Against ‘No’ Song on Ferry

Ferry passengers have prevented detention at the exit of the ferry against university students, who were singing against constitutional amendment referendum in İstanbul.

24 January 2017

Referendum on "Bilingualism"?

KURDISH QUESTION

Referendum on "Bilingualism"?

In a meeting of the Turkish small National Assembly, Kurdish politician Alınak called on the government to hold a referendum on bilingualism (Turkish/Kurdish). Members of the CHP and MHP opposition parties did not attend the meeting.

11 January 2011 Erol Önderoğlu

Opposing AKP for Sovereignty...

ERTUĞRUL KÜRKÇÜ COMMENTS

Opposing AKP for Sovereignty...

Less than 58 percent of the electorate said "yes" to the referendum. This is not a victory for Erdoğan and his party but the message of a Constitutional crisis for Turkey.

14 September 2010 Ertuğrul Kürkçü

Press Review after Referendum

CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

Press Review after Referendum

One day after the referendum, the headlines of Turkish newspapers were dominated by the outcome of the votes on the constitutional reform package. The referendum package was approved by a majority of 58 percent with a turnout of 77 percent.

13 September 2010 Burçin Belge

58 Percent Said "Yes" to Constitutional Reform Package

CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

58 Percent Said "Yes" to Constitutional Reform Package

99 percent of all ballot boxes were opened by 8.30 pm on Sunday night (12 September). The referendum on the constitutional amendments was approved by 58 percent of all votes counted by then, 42 percent voted against the package with a turnout of voters amounting to 77 percent.

12 September 2010 Tolga Korkut

50 Million Voters Decide

REFERENDUM 2010

50 Million Voters Decide

Turkey is going to the ballot on 12 September to vote on the Constitutional Reform Package. Electoral constituencies in eastern provinces close at 4.00 pm, and at 5.00 am in the rest of the country. More than 60 percent of the electorate is younger than 44 years and 40 percent live in 8 metropolises.

12 September 2010 Ertuğrul Kürkçü

Run-up to the Referendum

CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM PACKAGE

Run-up to the Referendum

The constitutional reform package passed through parliament in May is creating a constant stir in the run-up to the referendum on 12 September. PM Erdoğan came under criticism for urging employers' organizations to show their colours as others did before.

20 August 2010 Tolga Korkut,Semra Pelek

Constitutional Amendments to be Approved by President Gül

CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM PACKAGE

Constitutional Amendments to be Approved by President Gül

The constitutional reform package was approved by the parliament by 336 to 72 votes, two clauses were dropped. The package will be subject to a referendum once it will have been approved by President Gül.

10 May 2010 Tolga Korkut

Referendum Starts at Borders

The referendum on changes in general and presidential elections will begin at the borders tomorrow.

10 September 2007 Tolga Korkut