Northern Ireland poised to make history as UK votes
Al JazeeraNov 26, 2021
Study: Next UK Election Set to be Most Unequal in 60 Years
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The Facts
A newly published report by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has concluded that the UK lacks political equality, claiming that Britain's next general election is set to be its most unequal in 60 years
The report states that while individuals should "expect some will not get their way in collective decision," even if "all had equal influence," the Institute alleges that "more money translates into more influence" as the proportion of income being received by the top 1% has doubled since 1985.
The Spin
Establishment-critical narrative
Trust in the UK political system is at an all-time low, and there is an urgent need for greater citizen involvement within the heart of Westminster. Rebuilding political relationships to be inclusive of people from all walks of life and works in the 21st century must occur, or public office will continue to not represent the people and merely defend the status quo.
Pro-establishment narrative
There is a beauty within the Westminster system that's not often seen in other forms of national politics. Ministers keep their role based on a relationship of trust and are expelled from office if the country is not satisfied with their performance. While often criticized, the very allowance of public criticism must be recognized as in itself a product of a thriving democracy.
