2011 Latvian parliamentary dissolution referendum

A referendum on whether the Saeima should be dissolved early was held in Latvia on 23 July 2011. President Valdis Zatlers used his parliamentary dissolution power for the first time in the history of Latvia. A "yes/no" vote was held and the referendum passed with 94.3% support.

2011 Latvian parliamentary dissolution referendum

23 July 2011

Are you in favor of dismissing the 10th Saeima?
Results
Choice
Votes  %
Yes 650,518 94.50%
No 37,829 5.50%
Valid votes 688,347 99.79%
Invalid or blank votes 1,476 0.21%
Total votes 689,823 100.00%
Registered voters/turnout 1,542,593 44.72%
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