UK Election Results Trigger Renewed Debate on Voting System Reform

Labour's landslide victory with only 34% of the vote highlights growing calls for proportional representation.

The Labour Party secured 64% of parliamentary seats despite winning only 34% of the popular vote.
Smaller parties like Reform UK and the Liberal Democrats face significant seat-vote disparities.
Proponents argue that proportional representation would better reflect the electorate's preferences.
Critics warn that PR could empower fringe parties and dilute local representation.
Past attempts to change the voting system, including the 2011 AV referendum, have failed.