Welsh Referendum (1997)

The Welsh Referendum of 1997 was a public vote in Wales about whether to establish a Welsh Assembly, which would allow for a degree of self-governance. Voters were asked if they wanted the National Assembly for Wales to be created, giving Wales the power to make decisions on certain local issues. The referendum took place on September 18, 1997, and the result was a narrow "yes" vote, leading to the establishment of the Assembly in 1999. This marked a significant step in Wales gaining more control over its own affairs and governance.