The European Parliament: one parliament, several modes of political representation on the ground?

摘要: In this article we explore the potential for electoral systems to influence attitudes and behaviour of elected representatives. Focusing on what term ‘geographical representation’, or representation ground, consider how variation in may be expected relate different forms of, priorities in, political representation. We then explain – European Union (EU) legislation ‘uniform procedures’ notwithstanding Parliament (EP) offers a uniquely powerful research site investigating these questions. Finally, recent survey evidence Members (MEPs) which suggests that, several respects, system does shape they understand, seek carry out, their role as