... of the people in their constituency. For example, 52 per cent of the British population are women, but only 21 per cent of all MPs are women. As well as this, roughly 4 per cent of the British population are black, but only 1 percent of MPs are black. It is claimed that British MPs are traditionally middle age, middle class, white males (the three Ms) and looking at the figures in parliament; this is certainly true of the majority. However, things are getting better and this 'three M's' theory is becoming less of the norm. 2. a. What does item A tell us about democracy in Britain in the 1830s? Item A tells us that 'the people' were angry with the current government and the so-called democratic system. It also shows the lack of understanding and listening to the people by the government at the time. Item A shows ...

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