... better housing and more jobs, and to this day, the ethnic minorities are still increasing. Ethnic minorities make up about 7 per cent of the population of Great Britain, but generally their representation in politics and government is lower than this. This note sets out the latest figures for the Government and elected bodies. Table 1 summarises the current position: Table 1 - summary of minority ethnic group representation % from minority ethnic group Cabinet 9.5% Other Government ministers & whips 3.4% House of Commons 1.8% House of Lords c.4% MEPs 4.6% Local councillors (England & Wales) 2.5% Public Bodies 4.4% Scottish Parliament & Welsh Assembly Nil Greater London Assembly 4.0% In 1997, the former president of the UK, John Major was overthrown by the new candidate Tony Blair. His success was easily gained as he had persuaded the population that he would serve them well, and that the public could 'trust' him. Also, during this year, there was evidence of high ...

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