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saying #yesinmay together when the UK said NO #mccamf11

Michael McFarland Campbell

Yesterday, as it became clear that the Referendum on the Voting System had not been a YES, Andrew and I said YES in May once more to each other in a very special way: I solemnly promise that I will protect you, N., my brother, with my utmost care, that I will honour and cherish you in sickness and in health, for richer, for poorer, and that in all things I will be to you a faithful and loving husband. our vow to each other Andrew McFarland and I entered into a civil partnership with each other in Belfast City … Continue reading saying #yesinmay together when the UK said NO #mccamf11

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Northern Ireland voters MUST remember their ID to vote #yes2av on May 5th

Michael McFarland Campbell

Unlike the rest of the United Kingdom, voters in Northern Ireland are required to show identification when in the polling station to get their ballot papers. Perhaps this should be brought in across the UK as a whole? Polls are open from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., ID that is valid includes: A UK, Irish or EEA driving licence (photographic part) A UK, Irish or EU passport An electoral identity card A Translink Senior SmartPass A Translink 60+ SmartPass A Translink War Disabled SmartPass A Translink Blind Person’s SmartPass Elections tomorrow are for the Northern Ireland Assembly’s 108 members, all 26 district councils … Continue reading Northern Ireland voters MUST remember their ID to vote #yes2av on May 5th

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dishy historian explains why #yes2av is the simple solution to finding the candidate the majority is happy with

Michael McFarland Campbell

Dan Snow explains the reasons why voting #yes2av on May 5th really is the best option available to us. It’s as simple as deciding on going to the pub or coffee or which pub to go to. Continue reading dishy historian explains why #yes2av is the simple solution to finding the candidate the majority is happy with

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Fairer Votes Belfast bring out more cats to say #yes2av

Michael McFarland Campbell

Want to know how the cats would vote next week in the Referendum? Having been shown the video below we’ve also found another cat’s take on Humans and Voting. The humans are thinking about changing the way they elect their MPs. At the moment, they use a simple system called first past the post. Everyone has one vote, and they get to vote for who they want their MP to be. The person with the most votes wins. That might sound simple (and sometimes I think that humans need to keep things very simple) but it does cause problems. (read … Continue reading Fairer Votes Belfast bring out more cats to say #yes2av

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South Belfast voters say YES! to Fairer Votes

Michael McFarland Campbell

As you will see from here and other places online, the YES! campaign in Northern Ireland has been the length and breadth of the province – from Enniskillen, to Armagh, Belfast, Londonderry/Derry, Coleraine, Portrush as well as making the trip to Rathlin Island. Today the campaign is out and about in South Belfast connecting with local voters including Andrew Liggins who said he is voting YES! On May 5th Andrew’s MP, Alistair McDonnell who is a member of the SDLP will be voting YES as well. This will mean that in the next election he will need to get more … Continue reading South Belfast voters say YES! to Fairer Votes

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the problems with FPTP – animal kingdom style

Michael McFarland Campbell

C. G. P. Grey has produced an enjoyable video about the problems of First Past the Post (FPTP) voting systems. With the referendum on the voting system in the United Kingdom coming up on 5th May, it would be useful if people watched this to see why our current voting system is so bad. If like me you think that it is time for a fairer voting system, then join me in saying Yes to Fairer Votes on 5th May. Show your support for the Yes campaign here. Continue reading the problems with FPTP – animal kingdom style

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join me in making our MPs work harder

Michael McFarland Campbell

Following Royal Assent to the Parliamentary Voting Systems and Constituencies Act earlier today, we now have the referendum to make the change to a fairer voting system set for May 5th. The Yes campaign needs as much help as possible to ensure that the real messages are put out to all of us in the communities of the UK. To help us all in our local groups do this, the campaign centrally needs major financial assistance. We’re not backed by the rich bankers or the trade unions. We’re a campaign of the people. That’s why I’m asking you to join … Continue reading join me in making our MPs work harder

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