Hold A Referendum On Proportional Representation Before The General Election

According to the Electoral Reform Society 74 countries around the world use proportional representation, and the world has changed a lot since the AV referendum in 2011. If a referendum returns a vote in favour of PR, it could be tested on an experimental or temporary basis.

This petition closed on 30 May 2024 with 96 signatures


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