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It is possible to hold elections in a pandemic, but we have to start planning for them now

This is a guest article from Sarah Birch, Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Economy, King’s College London. Elections are by their nature complex logistical exercises. During a pandemic, holding an election will be...

Posted 15 Sep 2020

It will require rigorous advance planning, costing and communication

Political parties – what are your plans to make a more diverse Senedd?

On first glance, the Senedd might appear relatively diverse for a political institution in the UK. It made headlines in 2003 when it became the first legislative body in the world to have 50% women....

Posted 17 Aug 2020

Party leaders must take responsibility for ensuring greater diversity

Welsh civil society launches ‘democracy manifesto’ for 2021 Senedd elections

Civil society groups led by ERS Cymru have launched their ‘democracy asks’ for the 2021 Welsh Senedd elections, throwing down the gauntlet for Welsh parties to back real democracy for voters.

Posted 06 Jul 2020