Evaluate the view that a two party system is better for the UK political system.

Introduction

• Two Party System = two parties compete for power at elections; other parties have no real chance of breaking their monopoly

• Multi-Party System = a number of parties contend to form a government

Representation = Weaker Argument: Allows Representation of a Range of Views

• Eg. Reform UK who adopt far right views that reducing immigration to the UK, supporting low taxation, and opposing LGBTQ+ education or the Liberal Democrats who adopt centre left views that support welfare capitalism, social justice, liberal internationalism, and multiculturalism

• This promotes a democratic processes and large amount of representation

Representation = Stronger Argument: Puts Restrictions on the Amount of Extremist that Enter Government

Governing Process = Weaker Argument: Can Hold Significant Influence when Forming Legislation

Governing Process = Stronger Argument: Speeds Up the Governing Process

Participation = Weaker Argument: Increases Participation from General Public

Participation = Stronger Argument: Increases Participation from General Public