Representation

• Ways to measure representation

  National interest

  Parties

  Constituencies

  Demographics

  Interest groups
• Representation in the Lords

  The Lords cannot claim representation as a result of being unelected.

  However the Lords has representatives from industries.

  However party representation is higher, with no party ever achieving a majority in the Lords.

  Despite this, the Lords is considered 'Pale, stale and male'.
• Representation in the Commons

  The Commons is more representative as a result of being elected, with FPTP showing a clear link between constituency and MP.

  However, half of the members are over 70, 3/4 are male and 95% are white.