uk's democratic system Flashcards
1
Q
what voting system is used in UK general elections?
A
first past the post
2
Q
what is first past the post?
A
majority voting system, ‘winner takes all’
3
Q
give one way the UK’s democratic system is flawed
A
two party dominance (conservative and labour)
unelected house of lords
4
Q
give one way in which the UK is seen to have a healthy democracy
A
peaceful, smooth and non-violent transitions of power
secret ballot
regular elections
5
Q
give one example which suggests there is a ‘crisis of participation’ in the UK
A
low turnout in elections and referendums
low party membership
6
Q
what the average turnout in the 2016 local elections in england?
A
34%
