Safe seat in UK Politics

What impact do safe seats have on the value of votes?

• They increase the value of votes
• They make all votes equal
• They decrease the value of votes
• They have no impact on the value of votes

Voters in ______ seats may feel their votes are ‘wasted’ because they have no realistic chance of influencing the outcome.

What are the implications of having many safe seats in an election?

• MPs will be more accountable for their actions
• Parties will pay more attention to safe seats
• Voters will receive more information
• Voters may feel their votes are 'wasted'

How do safe seats affect the influence of voters in an election?

• They make all voters equal
• They have no impact on the influence of voters
• They increase the influence of voters
• They decrease the influence of voters

Why might voters in safe seats feel their votes are 'wasted'?

• They support one of the losing parties
• They don't support any party
• They don't understand the election process
• They support the winning party

Why do political parties pay little attention to safe seats during election campaigns?

• They want to make sure all voters are informed
• They want to surprise their opponents
• They want to give equal attention to all constituencies
• They are confident they will win those seats

Voters in safe seats may feel their votes are ‘wasted’ because they have no realistic chance of influencing the ______.

MPs sitting for such safe constituencies are less accountable for their actions because they have virtually no chance of losing their ______ at the next election.

What is the value of votes in safe seats compared to closely contested seats?

• Equal
• Lower
• Higher
• Depends on the party in power

How accountable are MPs in safe constituencies for their actions?

• Accountability depends on the party in power
• Not accountable at all
• Somewhat accountable
• Very accountable