Unlock Democracy: Real optimism
Peter Facey, director of Unlock Democracy comments on Ed Miliband’s first speech as leader of the Labour Party:
“Unlock Democracy warmly welcomes Ed Miliband’s speech, particularly his support for AV in the upcoming referendum. Like AV, it seems Ed Miliband finds leadership speeches as easy as 1,2,3.
“We have heard warm words from new leaders before, however we now have real optimism that words will finally lead to action. All three party leaders agree on an elected House of Lords. All three agree in localism and devolving powers to local councils.
“Now two out of the three leaders agree that the Alternative Vote is a better voting system than First Past the Post.
“Over the past few years trust in our politics has been badly damaged and strong leadership is needed if it is to be restored. This speech is a good start and we trust the Labour party will join him in his wholehearted support for reform and vote ‘yes’ in the upcoming referendum.”
