Should MPs be allowed to vote electronically?

Citizenship

In which House do MPs vote on proposed government policy and laws?

What is the name of the lobbies where MPs divide to vote?

Digital systems may exclude those who are digitally illiterate

The digital systems are expensive to maintain

The digital systems are safer, especially when COVID-19 is impacting society

Which of the following arguments supports keeping digital voting in the House of Commons?

It is a well established system, which MPs are familiar with.

Once the software is understood, it is very easy to use

Which of the following arguments supports the return to in person voting in the House of Commons?

Alerts MPs to the presence of the Monarch

Counts the votes in the aye and nay lobbies

Expressing your personal opinion on social media

The use of digital and online methods to support key functions of democracy

Which campaign provided us with an example of successful direct digital democracy?

Which campaign provided us an example of successful electronic voting?

It wouldn't! Voting online would be great for everyone

Some may not feel confident in using digital technologies

Some may not have access to digital technology

Why might voting online disadvantage some groups in society? Select TWO

Increase participation, particularly within younger generations

Which of the following are potential problems for digital democracy? Choose TWO