Voting reform is a winner for Blair

Article Abstract:

The Labour party must carefully consider whether to take up the opportunity to cooperate with the Liberal Democrats to undertake political reform. The Liberal Democrats are willing to go along with Labour views on issues such as education and economics, but have made it very clear that cooperation will only take place if the Labour party agrees to voting reform. This could be attractive to Labour party leader Tony Blair if he really feels that most people are looking for an economy which encourages the markets but still has a welfarist element.

Voting, Legislative bodies, Liberal Democrats (United Kingdom)

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He talks of reform, and he means it

Article Abstract:

Leader of the UK Labour Party John Smith finds that the need to increase support among voters has created talk about reforming the constitution and political system. He believes all political views should be represented in posts of public authority. He proposes the creation of regional patriotism and power, a bill of rights, reform of the Lords and a freedom of information 'revolution' in Whitehall. He suggestsa Scottish parliament which would pioneer government practice. He is against pacts with the Liberals and proportional representation.

Interview, Smith, John (British politician)

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They have friends - but can they make enemies?

Article Abstract:

The UK Labour party has undergone significant changes over recent years. However, its new philosophy does not constitute a basis for government. If the party wins the forthcoming general election, it will inevitably have to change, and it will no longer be sufficient to simply be different from the old-style Labour party. The Labour party will have to seek new ways of defining itself if it becomes the party of government, and it seems likely that it will become a populist-conservative government.

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