What is a multi-member constituency?
At present, constituencies are represented in parliament by just one MP. Under a Single Transferable Vote system, each constituency is represented by a small group of representatives: six in the Northern Ireland Assembly, three or four in Scottish local government wards). This makes it possible for representatives of different parties to be elected in each ward, thus allowing more people to have representatives of the parties of their choice. It also gives electors a choice of who to approach should they require assistance or wish to raise an issue.
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