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Electoral Reform in Westminster

Proportional Representation can build a stronger constituency link

It is often said that the constituency link is a vital part of British political life; MPs represent local areas...

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Electoral Reform in Westminster

With Proportional Representation small parties get the influence they deserve

For those used to one party getting a majority of the seats (without a majority of votes) the idea that...

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Electoral Reform in Westminster

Did Proportional Representation put the Nazis in power?

Probably the first time many of us heard of Proportional Representation (PR) was in a school classroom studying the Second World...

Fixed Term Parliament Act
Electoral Reform in Westminster

So who gets to be Prime Minister?

In 2011 the Fixed Term Parliaments Act was passed. Setting aside its merits or demerits, the politics behind its introduction...

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Electoral Reform in Westminster

Electoral Reform for Eurovision?

Eurovision is upon us once again with everyone’s favourite celebration of Europe’s questionable musical talent. Certain traditions will no doubt...

Electoral Reform in Westminster

Does First Past the Post actually mean voters can ‘Kick the bastards out’?

August 31, 2010

We hear time and again of the way First Past the Post lets voters ‘kick the bastards out’ – a colourful reference to...