Proportional representation
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‘A proportional system would allow both miserable old parties to divorce’
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Should first-past-the-post be scrapped?
Speed Read System ‘abets extreme politics’ and negates need for main parties to appeal to middle ground, think tank argues
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If Britain had PR, Ukip would win 99 seats. Food for thought
Speed Read Calls for proportional representation will come from all corners on 8 May. But there's a reason to ignore them
By Jack Bremer Published
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Proportional representation: fair deal for a divided nation
In Depth The arguments against PR are outmoded: now it’s the only way to avoid illegitimate coalitions
By Crispin Black Published
In Depth