A federal Britain
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A plan for regional assemblies in England is likely to follow the setting up of unelected Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) responsible for economic development. There is support for regional assemblies, which could promote democracy through decentralization. These assemblies should not increase the total weight of government, so some layers of government should be removed to prevent the total weight increasing. There should also be referendums to ensure that there is strong demand for regional assemblies.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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Is it dead?
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Parliamentary democracy in Britain appears to have been undermined, with few members of parliament present at most speeches, and select committees hampered by lack of resources. This could change if the select committee system is strengthened.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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Saving Parliament
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The Labour Party's House of Commons shadow leader, Ann Taylor, made several specific proposals for parliamentary reform. Factors that have prevented reform in the past are discussed, along with the agendas of Labour and the Tories.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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