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citizens' initiative and referendum



 
 
 
 

 
Please note: Below you find the contents of I&R's unique report on democracy in Britain.The report in full version and access to later updates will be available on-line only to I&R members. To find out how to become a member click here.
 
notes for an on-going documentation and report concerning:
 
Prospects for more democracy in Great Britain and Northern Ireland
 

Michael Wallace-Macpherson
 

Contents

Introduction

Current practice and developments
 

Some real-life examples.
  Is local democracy awakening?

Spontaneous and "do-it-yourself" referendums.


Cautious steps towards reform "from above"
 

Choosing to elect a mayor and form of local council.

Local authorities organise referendums.


What the political parties promise

An historical note

Promoters of democratic change
 

Political parties, uncertain allies

Evidence of broader support for I&R and direct democracy

The campaigners

Support from Abroad
 

 Prospects for success of proposals to introduce more direct democracy

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