1998 Nevis independence referendum|
|
| Outcome | Failed as two-third quorum in favour not met |
|---|
|
Choice |
Votes |
% |
| Yes |
2,427 |
61.83% |
| No |
1,498 |
38.17% |
| Valid votes |
3,925 |
99.75% |
| Invalid or blank votes |
10 |
0.25% |
| Total votes |
3,935 |
100.00% |
| Registered voters/turnout |
6,785 |
58% |
|
An independence referendum was held in Nevis on 10 August 1998. Although it was approved by 62% of voters, a two-thirds majority was necessary for the referendum to succeed. If it had passed, Nevis would have seceded from the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
