Ed Baldwin, political lead for CWU South East region argues that Proportional Representation would give workers more power and help secure workers’ rights for a generation, not just one term. #TimeForPR
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Proportional Representation would give workers more power
Trade unionists understand power, but our crumbling First Past the Post system is not designed for us to wield power. It’s designed to manage our disillusionment.That’s why support for proportional re...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Ed Baldwin, political lead for CWU South East region argues that Proportional Representation would give workers more power and help secure workers’ rights for a generation, not just one term. #TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/proportional...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/proportional...
It really is now, more than ever, #TimeForPR.
#Labour members overwhelmingly voted for it a few years ago, and Labour said they'd "look into it".
And of course, #Starmer lied. He still wants the unfair #FPTP.
#Labour members overwhelmingly voted for it a few years ago, and Labour said they'd "look into it".
And of course, #Starmer lied. He still wants the unfair #FPTP.
Two million people voted Green, but only four MPs were elected.
28.8mn people voted.
There should be about 45 Green MPs, if we actually had a functioning democracy.
28.8mn people voted.
There should be about 45 Green MPs, if we actually had a functioning democracy.
March 31, 2025 at 4:38 AM
It really is now, more than ever, #TimeForPR.
#Labour members overwhelmingly voted for it a few years ago, and Labour said they'd "look into it".
And of course, #Starmer lied. He still wants the unfair #FPTP.
#Labour members overwhelmingly voted for it a few years ago, and Labour said they'd "look into it".
And of course, #Starmer lied. He still wants the unfair #FPTP.
There are an increasing number of MPs that believe it's time to make our elections fair so everyone's vote counts equally. A national commission is an easy way to get started. #TimeForPR
"What we are calling for is a modest, first step towards addressing what everyone can see is an indefensibly broken voting system. We believe the government needs to set up a National Commission for Electoral Reform"
✍️ @alexsobel.co.uk & @lizzicollinge.bsky.social
✍️ @alexsobel.co.uk & @lizzicollinge.bsky.social
Why Westminster’s biggest parliamentary group is calling for a commission on electoral reform
Last week’s elections were a wake-up call for more reasons than one.
www.politicshome.com
May 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
There are an increasing number of MPs that believe it's time to make our elections fair so everyone's vote counts equally. A national commission is an easy way to get started. #TimeForPR
#AbolishTheLords
#TimeForPR
And while we’re at it
#AbolishTheMonarchy too
Then maybe the UK can become the modern, civilised democracy we should be!
#TimeForPR
And while we’re at it
#AbolishTheMonarchy too
Then maybe the UK can become the modern, civilised democracy we should be!
It's not enough to just remove the last few hereditary peers, we need a smaller, democratically elected second chamber, where voters decide who goes in, and who has to leave. If you agree, add your name:
Another House of Lords scandal? We urgently need real reform of the upper chamber.
It takes 30 seconds
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March 13, 2025 at 9:49 AM
#AbolishTheLords
#TimeForPR
And while we’re at it
#AbolishTheMonarchy too
Then maybe the UK can become the modern, civilised democracy we should be!
#TimeForPR
And while we’re at it
#AbolishTheMonarchy too
Then maybe the UK can become the modern, civilised democracy we should be!
It is way past #TimeForPR
And constitutional reform to #AbolishTheLords and #AbolishTheMonarchy
I would move Parliament out of London to the NORTH too!
And constitutional reform to #AbolishTheLords and #AbolishTheMonarchy
I would move Parliament out of London to the NORTH too!
“Above all, electoral reform could incentivise so many apathetic voters back to the polls. It could also steer them away from populist politicians who would be all too glad to exploit public exasperation at under-representation and wasted votes – [..].”
eastangliabylines.co.uk/democracy/is...
eastangliabylines.co.uk/democracy/is...
Is Proportional Representation really too great a risk for Starmer?
Despite increasing pressure from public and politicians to reform our dysfunctional electoral system, the Labour government refuses to consider it
eastangliabylines.co.uk
April 27, 2025 at 2:31 PM
It is way past #TimeForPR
And constitutional reform to #AbolishTheLords and #AbolishTheMonarchy
I would move Parliament out of London to the NORTH too!
And constitutional reform to #AbolishTheLords and #AbolishTheMonarchy
I would move Parliament out of London to the NORTH too!
In a Parliamentary debate at the end of January,
@alexsobel highlighted some sobering facts about the results of the 2024 General Election. Did you know that only four out of 10 voters got the local MP they voted for at the last election? #TimeForPR Photo:©House of Commons
@alexsobel highlighted some sobering facts about the results of the 2024 General Election. Did you know that only four out of 10 voters got the local MP they voted for at the last election? #TimeForPR Photo:©House of Commons
February 24, 2025 at 1:22 PM
In a Parliamentary debate at the end of January,
@alexsobel highlighted some sobering facts about the results of the 2024 General Election. Did you know that only four out of 10 voters got the local MP they voted for at the last election? #TimeForPR Photo:©House of Commons
@alexsobel highlighted some sobering facts about the results of the 2024 General Election. Did you know that only four out of 10 voters got the local MP they voted for at the last election? #TimeForPR Photo:©House of Commons
February 22, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Things are starting to move rapidly in the right direction for democratic reform. Read more about how opinion is shifting in our August round-up. We've updated on recent events in the UK, in Parliament and in trade unions. #TimeforPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/august-round...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/august-round...
August Round Up
We have good news! Things are starting to move rapidly in the right direction for democratic reform. Here are the top lines on recent events in the UK, in Parliament and in trade unions.
In the UK
...
politicsforthemany.co.uk
August 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Things are starting to move rapidly in the right direction for democratic reform. Read more about how opinion is shifting in our August round-up. We've updated on recent events in the UK, in Parliament and in trade unions. #TimeforPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/august-round...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/august-round...
Channel 4 has produced a great video report that explains what Parliament would look like under proportional representation and why - take a look 👇
www.channel4.com/news/uk-elec... #TimeForPR
www.channel4.com/news/uk-elec... #TimeForPR
UK election result if we had proportional representation
British Parliament would look very different if votes cast in the 2024 election were directly translated into seats. But is proportional representation really more democratic than first past the post?...
www.channel4.com
February 13, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Channel 4 has produced a great video report that explains what Parliament would look like under proportional representation and why - take a look 👇
www.channel4.com/news/uk-elec... #TimeForPR
www.channel4.com/news/uk-elec... #TimeForPR
Two million people voted Green, but only four MPs were elected.
28.8mn people voted.
There should be about 45 Green MPs, if we actually had a functioning democracy.
28.8mn people voted.
There should be about 45 Green MPs, if we actually had a functioning democracy.
March 30, 2025 at 12:20 PM
According to the British Social Attitudes Survey just 12% trust governments to put the interests of the nation above those of their own party just about always or most of the time, a record low. Add your voice to the call for electoral reform. It's free. politicsforthemany.co.uk #TimeForPR
August 12, 2025 at 3:15 PM
According to the British Social Attitudes Survey just 12% trust governments to put the interests of the nation above those of their own party just about always or most of the time, a record low. Add your voice to the call for electoral reform. It's free. politicsforthemany.co.uk #TimeForPR
"It's great to see the Employment Rights Bill...but under First Past the Post, the gains we make are too often lost once the pendulum swings...& the Tories get back in." says @reded66.bsky.social from @cwunews.bsky.social in #HeartUnions week #TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
Changing our voting system can help embed new employment rights
For the political junkies amongst you in the trade union movement who enjoy dissecting election results, you’ll have noticed how many of media outlets are now running stories telling us what Parliamen...
politicsforthemany.co.uk
February 10, 2025 at 12:50 PM
"It's great to see the Employment Rights Bill...but under First Past the Post, the gains we make are too often lost once the pendulum swings...& the Tories get back in." says @reded66.bsky.social from @cwunews.bsky.social in #HeartUnions week #TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
Our campaign builds from the grassroots up. People's voices will be heard today in Parliament as MPs debate PR & on Sunday @mvmnorthwestsurrey.bsky.social will continue the important work on the ground. More about this & other events here👇 politicsforthemany.co.uk/event/street... #TimeForPR #Woking
Street Stall - Surrey
MVM NW Surrey – Street Stall
Come along to our street stall.
Day: Sunday 2nd February
Time: 1pm– 4pm
Where: Commercial Way or Mercia Walk, Woking
We look forward to seeing you there!
politicsforthemany.co.uk
January 30, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Our campaign builds from the grassroots up. People's voices will be heard today in Parliament as MPs debate PR & on Sunday @mvmnorthwestsurrey.bsky.social will continue the important work on the ground. More about this & other events here👇 politicsforthemany.co.uk/event/street... #TimeForPR #Woking
Happy New Year and Happy Socialist Sunday to all decent human beings who want a better world 🙏✊
#SaveOurNHS #AbolishTheMonarchy #TimeForPR #FreePalestine 🇵🇸
#SaveOurNHS #AbolishTheMonarchy #TimeForPR #FreePalestine 🇵🇸
January 12, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Happy New Year and Happy Socialist Sunday to all decent human beings who want a better world 🙏✊
#SaveOurNHS #AbolishTheMonarchy #TimeForPR #FreePalestine 🇵🇸
#SaveOurNHS #AbolishTheMonarchy #TimeForPR #FreePalestine 🇵🇸
Are you at @gmb.org.uk Congress in #Brighton? Are you a fan of Parma violets or more into Love Hearts? Come and grab the last few vegan sweets along with a free copy of the trade union case for electoral reform #GMB25 #GMB2025 #TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/the-trade-un...
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June 12, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Are you at @gmb.org.uk Congress in #Brighton? Are you a fan of Parma violets or more into Love Hearts? Come and grab the last few vegan sweets along with a free copy of the trade union case for electoral reform #GMB25 #GMB2025 #TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/the-trade-un...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/the-trade-un...
The establishment know it’s in their interests to keep the Monarchy so they stick to FPTP to ensure the ConLab Uniparty continue to be in government. But history tells us what happens when Kings and governments serve themselves not the people. Time for revolution?
#AbolishTheMonarchy
#TimeForPR
#AbolishTheMonarchy
#TimeForPR
The Continuity Conservative Party. Carrying on with the agenda of destroying any chances of electoral reform and genuine democracy. Remember, we live in a Kingdom.
Via Politico: The Times reports that Iain Anderson — the boss of lobbying firm Cicero who quit the Tories to back Labour last year — has been made a non-executive director at the Department for Business and Trade.
Not a good look, to say the least.
Not a good look, to say the least.
December 20, 2024 at 10:06 AM
The establishment know it’s in their interests to keep the Monarchy so they stick to FPTP to ensure the ConLab Uniparty continue to be in government. But history tells us what happens when Kings and governments serve themselves not the people. Time for revolution?
#AbolishTheMonarchy
#TimeForPR
#AbolishTheMonarchy
#TimeForPR
"The case for electoral reform is urgent and undeniable. First past the post is a system that no longer functions as a fair or effective mechanism for translating the will of the electorate into parliamentary representation." Lisa Smart Vice Chair of the APPG for Fair Elections #TimeForPR
February 26, 2025 at 5:49 PM
"The case for electoral reform is urgent and undeniable. First past the post is a system that no longer functions as a fair or effective mechanism for translating the will of the electorate into parliamentary representation." Lisa Smart Vice Chair of the APPG for Fair Elections #TimeForPR
More people are realising PR can make more sustainable gains for working people. Over 100 MPs have joined the All Party Parliamentary Group for Fair Elections. Sign up to Politics for the Many today - it's free. #TimeForPR #HeartUnions
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
February 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
More people are realising PR can make more sustainable gains for working people. Over 100 MPs have joined the All Party Parliamentary Group for Fair Elections. Sign up to Politics for the Many today - it's free. #TimeForPR #HeartUnions
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
politicsforthemany.co.uk/changing-our...
Calling 📢 #Woking Come along to the
@MakeVotesMatter street stall on Sunday 2nd February 2025. All welcome and they would love to see you. #TimeForPR - details here👇#TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/event/street... #TimeForPR
@MakeVotesMatter street stall on Sunday 2nd February 2025. All welcome and they would love to see you. #TimeForPR - details here👇#TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/event/street... #TimeForPR
Street Stall - Surrey
MVM NW Surrey – Street Stall
Come along to our street stall.
Day: Sunday 2nd February
Time: 1pm– 4pm
Where: Commercial Way or Mercia Walk, Woking
We look forward to seeing you there!
politicsforthemany.co.uk
January 29, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Calling 📢 #Woking Come along to the
@MakeVotesMatter street stall on Sunday 2nd February 2025. All welcome and they would love to see you. #TimeForPR - details here👇#TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/event/street... #TimeForPR
@MakeVotesMatter street stall on Sunday 2nd February 2025. All welcome and they would love to see you. #TimeForPR - details here👇#TimeForPR
politicsforthemany.co.uk/event/street... #TimeForPR
Well said @makevotesmatter.bsky.social #TimeForPR
March 12, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Well said @makevotesmatter.bsky.social #TimeForPR
🗣️ “Without meaningful reform, political appointments to the House of Lords may continue to fuel perceptions of patronage."
It's time to end practice of patronage in the House of Lords. Read our statement on today's resignation honours. ⤵️
www.transparency.org.uk/news/calls-e...
It's time to end practice of patronage in the House of Lords. Read our statement on today's resignation honours. ⤵️
www.transparency.org.uk/news/calls-e...
Calls for end to ‘practice of patronage’ in House of Lords as new resignation honours announced
www.transparency.org.uk
April 12, 2025 at 11:32 AM
#throwbackthursday
My chat with @makevotesmatter.bsky.social about something that would transform our politics & something we desperately need: Proportional Representation. What is it, how does it work & why do we need it? As always, I'd love to know your thoughts! ✊️
youtu.be/NMixoPm4heI?...
My chat with @makevotesmatter.bsky.social about something that would transform our politics & something we desperately need: Proportional Representation. What is it, how does it work & why do we need it? As always, I'd love to know your thoughts! ✊️
youtu.be/NMixoPm4heI?...
#11 - Owen Winter - Proportional Representation explained
YouTube video by The James Kennedy Podcast
youtu.be
March 13, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Please repost if you agree that the UK Parliament should reflect the votes cast by us, the voters! Seems fair doesn't it? Yet 554 MPs (85%) were elected by less than 50% of the voters who turned out to vote. #TimeForPR
It is very disappointing that Trudeau was unwilling to consider proportional representation options for electoral reform, having first become Prime Minister on a platform that included ending FPTP for Canadian federal elections.
https://www.electoral-reform.org.uk/how-trudeau-missed-the-opportunit…
https://www.electoral-reform.org.uk/how-trudeau-missed-the-opportunit…
How Trudeau missed the opportunity for electoral reform in Canada
At the beginning of 2025, the Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced his decision to resign. He will stay in office until March 2025, when the Liberal Party selects a new lea
www.electoral-reform.org.uk
January 31, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Please repost if you agree that the UK Parliament should reflect the votes cast by us, the voters! Seems fair doesn't it? Yet 554 MPs (85%) were elected by less than 50% of the voters who turned out to vote. #TimeForPR
A record three-fifths of people (60%), are in favour of changing the electoral system for UK general elections, according to the latest British Social Attitudes survey from @natcen.bsky.social
If you support electoral reform, you can sign up here 👇https://politicsforthemany.co.uk/ #TimeForPR
If you support electoral reform, you can sign up here 👇https://politicsforthemany.co.uk/ #TimeForPR
August 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
A record three-fifths of people (60%), are in favour of changing the electoral system for UK general elections, according to the latest British Social Attitudes survey from @natcen.bsky.social
If you support electoral reform, you can sign up here 👇https://politicsforthemany.co.uk/ #TimeForPR
If you support electoral reform, you can sign up here 👇https://politicsforthemany.co.uk/ #TimeForPR