Referendum on the Danish "opt-out" on Common Security and Defence Policy 1 June 2022
On 1 June, we will vote on whether Denmark should abolish its EU defense "opt-out".
There will be an referendum on 1 June 2022.
Due to the Danish defense opt-out, Denmark cannot participate in EU military operations or in the cooperation on development and acquisition of military capabilities within the EU framework. Additionally, Denmark will not provide military support or supplies for EU-led efforts in conflict areas, nor participate in any decision or planning regarding operations.
Referendums - who can vote?
According to the Danish Constitution, a binding referendum must be held in certain situations concerning a government bill which the Folketing has adopted. It can also be determined by law that an advisory referendum must be held concerning a particular issue.
You will be entitled to vote in national referendums if you can vote in Folketing elections and are registered in the electoral register.
You will be entitled to vote in Folketing elections if you are above 18 years of age, are a Danish citizen and are a permanent resident in the country. In order to vote in Folketing elections in Denmark, you must be permanently residing in Denmark. In order to be entitled to vote, you must also not be under guardianship with full deprivation of your legal capacity to act (legally incompetent).
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