Elections Flashcards
1
Q
What determines who runs where?
A
Party
2
Q
Do members usually live in their districts?
A
No
3
Q
Where do party leaders run in?
A
“safe” districts
4
Q
How many officials on the national level do individuals vote for?
A
1
5
Q
Around what percentage of eligible voters actually vote?
A
65%
6
Q
What is the election system?
A
FPTP, SMD
7
Q
Do minor parties get some representation?
A
Yes, but less than if it were PR system
8
Q
Which parts of UK use PR?
A
Regional elections in Ireland, Scotland, and Wales
