Opposition fails with major referendum push
Ljubljana, 27 November - Slovenia's ruling coalition has deflected a major challenge by the opposition as voters confirmed three laws in a referendum on 27 November that was seen by some as a vote of confidence in the left-liberal government, though one law is likely to undergo constitutional review, potentially further delaying its entry into force.
Ljubljana
Coalition leaders celebrate after voters endorse three laws that the opposition challenged in a referendum.
Photo: Nebojša Tejić/STA
Ljubljana
The headquarters of the 8 March Institute, an NGO which campaigned in favour of all three laws challenged at the 27 November referendums.
Photo: Bor Slana/STA
Ljubljana
NGOs that participated in the campaign for a referendum on amendments to the RTV Slovenija act await the results of the vote.
Photo: Katja Kodba/STA
Ljubljana
SDS MP Branko Grims talks to the press after it becomes clear the party's referendum challenge against three government laws failed.
Photo: Bor Slana/STA
Ljubljana
SDS MP Alenka Jeraj talks to the press after it becomes clear the party's referendum challenge against three government laws failed.
Photo: Bor Slana/STA
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