theories of representation

• arguments for MPs being allowed to have second jobs

  • gives them experience and may make them better informed when making decisions
  • if they declare it and are transparent then there’s no issue
  • they may not be paid representatives
  • they may need it if they dont get re-elected
• arguments for MPs not being allowed to have a second job

  • may be a conflict of interest
  • may impact their focus and level of preparation for parliament
  • voters may be confused on what the MPs best interests are
  • they get paid £86,000 + expenses
• what is redress of grievances?

  The process of addressing and resolving complaints or grievances done by an MP. They are expected to reply and remedy the issue
• what is the delegate theory of representation?

  elected representatives are delegated the responsibility to act in the interests of the people who elected them
• what is the mandate theory of representation?

  delegates follow party ideology
• what is the trustee theory of representation?

  Representatives make decisions based on their own judgment and beliefs, not just the will of the people.