current systems of democracy in the uk - Direct or Representative deomcracy

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1. Disadvantage- Westminster unrepresentative since it was elected through First Past The Post, which can cause two party domimance.

  • Representative Democracy
  • Direct Democracy
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2. Disadvantage- MP's disengaged from public and so do not adequately represent their interests.

  • Representative Democracy
  • Direct Democracy

3. Disadvantage- Some MPs have outside intrests which can contribute to a conflict of interest and compromise their ability to fully represent their constituents.

  • Representative Democracy
  • Direct Democracy

4. In the UK voters elect politicians on their behalf. This is because the professional politicians have a further political understanding and can make an informed decision on behalf of the whole nation.

  • Representative Democracy
  • Direct Democracy

5. Elected politicians should not simply act according to the wishes of their constituent. As this would mean that they are simply delegating. Instead they should weigh up all factors such as their manifesto and conceive the best outcome.

  • Representative Democracy
  • Direct Democracy

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