Quoted from Nobby

So why are Independents allowed?? - Unfortunately it is the fools who just vote for the party rather than a candidate to represent them who are responsible for the poor quality of MP's.

Because if they were not we would not be living in a democracy. Most independents are going to be either left / right. So, like Martin Bell for instance, although they may not be standing as  the 'official' party candidate, they will have party affiliations.

Quoted from 78

Because if they were not we would not be living in a democracy. Most independents are going to be either left / right. So, like Martin Bell for instance, although they may not be standing as  the 'official' party candidate, they will have party affiliations.

What were Martin Bells Party affiliations then???

Just because the vote with a party on certain issues doesn't mean they are affiliated to that party. It is not necessary to have parties for a democracy. People in politics just like to group with like minded individuals.

Quoted from Nobby

What were Martin Bells Party affiliations then???

Just because the vote with a party on certain issues doesn't mean they are affiliated to that party. It is not necessary to have parties for a democracy. People in politics just like to group with like minded individuals.

Bell's campaign was organised by Alistair Campbell. Say no more.....