Participation/ turnout Flashcards
1
Q
Why is it a problem if only the rich and old vote?
A
It means that the parties only make policies for a certain type of people and the younger and poorer are not fairly represented
2
Q
What is the average turnout for local elections?
A
30%
3
Q
What was the turnout for brexit?
A
72%
4
Q
What was the turnout for the Northern Ireland devolution referendum?
A
80ish%
5
Q
In 1950 what was the turnout for the general election?
A
83%
6
Q
In 2001 what was the turnout for the general election?
A
59.1%
7
Q
What is a participation crisis?
A
a crisis in citizen involvement in politics by a significant amount of people, this creates an issue for democracy as it undermines the legitimacy of the elected
8
Q
What is apathy?
A
A disengagement in politics
9
Q
What was the 2024 general election turnout?
A
59.7%
