Switzerland could be an inspiration for the UK, especially considering its financial sector and its unique relationship with the EU. Direct democracy is talked

Switzerland could be an inspiration for the UK, especially considering its financial sector and its unique relationship with the EU. Direct democracy is talked about more and more here in the UK. We've had several referendums over the last few years. The questions are: Were the referendum results determined by dirty tricks? Why hold referendums when we elect (and pay for) governments to make decisions on our behalf? Would referendums be necessary if parliament were representative (in the statistical sense) of voters? Have the referendums really settled the issues, or will the same questions be asked again?