The people problem
Article Abstract:
Prime minister John Major has refused to hold a referendum on the Maastricht treaty, although it is unlikely that Britain will vote against ratification. Major is a strong supporter of the Maastricht treaty, and he believes that it will decentralize government in Europe.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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After politics
Article Abstract:
British politicians must accept that their roles are becoming more administrative than political, as Britain loses its sovereignty to the European Community. Prime minister John Major's trade policy should recognize the greater authority of the EC.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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The British referendum
Article Abstract:
Prime minister John Major campaigned hard for a British referendum on the Maastricht treaty, underlining the democratic principles of the EC. The result of the referendum was 54% favoring ratification of the treaty.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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