Influence of minor and new parties Flashcards
1
Q
Why do minor parties frequently lose their deposit in elections?
A
It costs £500 to run and they don’t receive more than 5% of the vote
2
Q
How much money is distributed depending on votes received at previous elections?
A
£1 mil
3
Q
Examples of single issue parties
A
Brexit party or greens
4
Q
Why do voters get turned off from wasting a vote?
A
Single issue parties don’t offer a real alternative government
5
Q
In the last two elections, how much % of the newspapers headlines focused on Conservatives and labour?
A
85%
6
Q
How many parties are invited by main channels to debates?
A
The top 5
