For a Union Jack-wrapping politician, who casts himself as the embodiment of national pride, being accused of admiring a tyrant who threatens European democracy, strikes at the heart of Farage’s brand.
The Tories introduced FPTP for mayoral and PCC elections in 2022, a change seen as an attempt to boost their chances of winning elections
With voter turnout unequal and at a near-historic low, the Constitution Society's Dr David Klemperer makes the case for compulsory voting
With the local elections on 1 May, Left Foot Forward picks out the most competitive races and potential game-changers.
'We have to question whether democracy is living up to its name when over four million people are excluded from voting.'
The public also believe that it is more important for seats to be allocated proportionally between parties (46%) than for the largest party to win a majority of seats in the House of Commons (27%).