The 8th Audit of Political Engagement
The eighth Audit of Political Engagement was launched on March 30 in Parliament.
The Audit series provides a statistical context to everyday speculation about the state of political engagement. In doing so, the Audits indicate the degree to which attitudes and behaviour change year-on-year and allows a fuller picture of participation and interest in politics.
The report shows that while last year's momentous political events increased the public's interest in politics to a record 58%, there was no matching rise in political or civic activity. Beyond voting, people were no more likely to get involved or participate in politics than they are in non-election years.
The Audit research also examines public attitudes to Parliament. While the public's knowledge of Parliament has increased, satisfaction has decreased.
At the launch event a packed room heard Rt Hon Peter Riddell , Chair of the Hansard Society preside over a panel consisting of Mark Harper MP - Minister for Political & Constitutional Reform, Lord Archy Kirkwood - Chair, Information Committee, Rt Hon Hazel Blears MP - Chair of Labour's Social Action Forum.
The report's authors Dr Ruth Fox and Matt Korris presented the report's findings.
Download the Audit of Political Engagement
Copy of presentation
Listen to the event:
Presentation by Dr Ruth Fox and Matt Korris/ Mark Harper MP
Lord Archy Kirkwood
Rt Hon Hazel Blears MP
Questions and answers:
Part one
Part two
Photos:
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