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Is Parliament a citizens’ assembly? What about local councils?

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    Is Parliament a citizens’ assembly? What about local councils?

    Posted by Admin on May 19, 2021

    Rather than elections, the members of a citizens’ assembly are typically selected at random from the general public – like a jury. It is still up to elected politicians…

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  • Sheffield Citizens Assembly

    What is a citizens’ assembly, and what are they for?

    Posted by Admin on May 19, 2021

    A Citizens’ Assembly is a representative group of citizens who are selected at random from the population to learn about, deliberate upon, and make recommendations in relation to a…

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