Liechtenstein abortion‑rights initiative gathers 4,970 signatures

The "Fristenlösung für Liechtenstein" initiative has collected 4,970 certified signatures, roughly five times the 1,000 required to qualify for a referendum. This is the second‑largest signature drive in the principality’s history and represents about one‑quarter of all eligible voters signing within a six‑week period.

The signatures will be formally delivered to the Liechtenstein government on 31 July 2026 at 11:30 a.m. The committee emphasizes that the strong turnout signals public demand for a deadline‑based solution to abortion. A representative poll by the Liechtenstein Institute shows 62 % support for the proposal, with 73 % of respondents favoring a change.

Political reaction includes comments from Andreas Good, vice‑president of the Vaterländische Union, who noted the surprising number of signatures and called for a factual review of the issue. The FBP and DpL have not yet responded. The next step is a debate in the Landtag, which will decide whether the proposal proceeds to a popular vote.