Tuesday, 9 September 2008

Directly Elected Mayors; a justification

Key arguments in favour of direcly electing mayors:

1) It allows great political battles with clear platforms (like the buzz that surrounded Ken vs Boris)

2) Accountability; their is a clear leader that one can back or sack

3) Can allow cabinets of talented people whilst retaining accountability

4) Will become part of the political make-up of the country, and attract talented individuals to local government

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