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BRIEFING NOTE – Democracy During a Pandemic

BRIEFING NOTE – Democracy During a Pandemic

Parliament Street’s Director of International Affairs, Matt Snape has produced a timely briefing note about how we can hold onto our democracy during this pandemic. Read Matt’s paper here:

by · 20th March 2020 · Research
Prime Minister David Cameron [Source: Conservatives.com]

Demonising David Cameron won’t engage young people in politics

Demonising David Cameron won’t engage young people in politics. Bite the Ballot today took a swipe at David Cameron for politely declining to participate in one of their online #LeadersLive debates. Whilst they are understandably disappointed that Cameron cannot participate when other party leaders have, I question whether this bitter criticism really seeks to serve the purpose of why Bite […]

by and · 9th January 2015 · Blog
The Future of Direct Democracy

The Future of Direct Democracy

By Matthew Gass A potential referendum on Britain’s membership in the EU is taking a central role in the next general election. Therefore, it seems worthwhile taking a look at the role of referenda and direct democracy in British politics. This is especially true in the context of the recent votes on AV and Scottish Independence. Historically it has been […]

by · 28th November 2014 · Commentary, Blog