Proportional Representation (Local Government Elections) (Scotland) Bill: Stage 1

Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament at 10:17 am on 6 February 2003.

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Photo of Michael Russell Michael Russell Scottish National Party 10:17, 6 February 2003

I am interested in this "unbalanced view" of PR and of STVPR in particular. Of the 316 written responses to the Scottish Executive's own consultation, 252, or 80 per cent, were in support of STVPR, while a further 25, or 8 per cent, were still in favour of PR. Only 39 supported the status quo. Is not it sufficient that, according to the Scottish Executive's own consultation, there is overwhelming support for STVPR, or do we have to consult for ever?