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Elections
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The different types elections and their functions
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Elections
Representation
enables the electorate to select representatives to act on their behalf
Choosing a Government
General Elections determine the make up of the HofC rather than the executive
General Elections usually determine which party is in power
2010 led to a coalition because no clear party won a majority
Participation
Turnout in recent elections has been lower than post-war average
Influence over policies
In theory it allows citizens to have their policy preferences heard
Reality is they are limited
Election defeat can force a party to rethink unpopular policies
Accountablitiy
General election every 5 years holds government accountable for its performance in office
Individual MPs held accountable for their record
2009 expenses scandal
Citizen education
Provides information on major political issues and the policies of the main parties
In theory, it allows an informed decision on how to vote
Reality is the information provided is imperfect
Legitimacy
By voting, citizens give their view to the system
The government can claim to be acting on the will of the people
Elite Recruitment
Political parties nominate candidates for election
Provide them with campaign resources
Expected to be loyal to party if elected as an MP
5 Different Types of Elections
Devolved Assemblies
Northern Ireland Assembly
Welsh Assembly
Scottish Parliament
Fixed at 4 year intivals
General Election
Elect all 650 MPs who make up the HofC
Fixed Term Parliament 2011
Fixed election every 5 years
Next election: 7th May 2015
Local Election
Councilors elected every 4 years
European Parliament
Elect 73 members every 5 years
By-Election
If a constituency seat in the HofC, devolved assembly or English Local Authority becomes vacant
Due to death or resignation of an elected memener
Held to choose a new represenative
Parts that are not Elected
Monarch/Head of State
Judiciary
HofL
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