Four referendums were held in Switzerland in 1981.
[1] The first was held on 5 April on a popular initiative "for a new policy on foreigners."
Known as the "Mitenand Initiative", it was rejected by 84% of voters.
[2] The next two referendums were held on 14 June on popular initiatives for gender equality and the protection of consumer rights, both of which were approved.
[3] The final referendum was held on 29 November on prolonging the federal finance order, and was also approved.