Originally Posted by
ducasi
In Scotland we will be electing both our MSPs (Member of the Scottish Parliament) and our local councils.
In both elections there is a method of proportional representation which means that each vote has a much better chance of meaning something.
Furthermore, in Scotland we have four parties of some standing, meaning that it is difficult to get the "landslide" elections of Westminster.
As a result our elected representatives have to work in partnership with each other, always with one eye to public opinion.
I think this has resulted in much better government in Scotland with a national government that has actually done things for the people who they represent, rather than doing whatever they want once they are elected.
Examples include the smoking ban, free public transport for the elderly, free eye tests for all and a fairer system for funding students' university places.
I am looking forward to voting on Thursday, knowing that my votes will count and that those who are elected will pay attention to what the public wants.
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