New vs Old electoral systems

why would a new electoral system be better?

It would provide better representation through parliament, giving the other parties a chance

Why would a different electoral system aid minority governments?

It would mean that coalition and minority governments in devolved assemblies would be more stable and provide good constituency links

Why would other electoral systems be better for the voter?

It would allow the voter to vote between candidates withing a party or to split their vote between a candidate and a party, giving them more of a choice.

Why is FPTP more effective at forming a government?

It ensures that the party with the most votes in the electorate becomes the governing party which creates stable, single party governments

Why is FPTP good for constiuents?

FPTP creates a strong relationship between the local MP and the constituents who live in the area they are representing

Why could other systems be dangerous?

More represenatitve systems can allow extremist parties to get a foothold and rule Britain. FPTP ensures that extremist parties remain in the minority in the Commons

Why should we stick to FPTP?

FPTP is easy to understand and operate, having a new system may put people off voting and will be too hard to implement it.