In conversation with Sir Ed Davey MP, Leader of the Liberal Democrats
About this episode
Sir Ed Davey MP discusses his priorities for political and constitutional reform, including a new written constitution and proportional representation.
The IfG was pleased to welcome Sir Ed Davey MP, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, to set out his priorities for political and constitutional reform. In March, Ed Davey set out proposals for a “new Magna Carta” – a written constitution to safeguard fundamental British rights and freedoms. He expanded on those plans and talk about how the Liberal Democrats are continuing their campaign to secure proportional representation in the age of multi-party politics. And with Andy Burnham’s announcement of Number 10 North pushing devolution up the political agenda, Davey set out his approach to empowering councils and communities. Sir Ed Davey was in conversation with Dr Hannah White, CEO of the Institute for Government, and took part in an audience Q&A.
People in this episode
Host: Dr Hannah White
Guest: Sir Ed Davey MP
Topics covered
- political reform
- constitutional reform
- proportional representation
- devolution
- local governance
Keywords
- Sir Ed Davey
- Liberal Democrats
- political reform
- proportional representation
- devolution
- local councils
- Magna Carta
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Liberal Democrats, Institute for Government, Number 10 North
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