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Closed Change the date of the EU Referendum date so it won't clash with other events.

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The Referendum on June 23rd clashes with many events Glastonbury, Exams, Euro 2016 ect therefore the campaign will be overshadowed by non political events this will prevent voters from fully engaging in the Referendum. After May elections public mood for the voting will be significantly reduced.

Referendum date June 23rd

Exams GCSE and Alevel June 23rd

Euro Football Tournament June 10th - July 10th

5th May Elections;

Police Crime Commissioner
Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales Assembly
London Mayor
London Assembly
English local Government

Election dates - http://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/find-information-by-subject/elections-and-referendums/upcoming-elections-and-referendums

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