Interesting that many here seem to think that AV means less Tories.

If you vote for a system on the basis of it favouring your own flavour of politics, I'm not sure that is a healthy reason. If the system now did favour one type of party, that would be a reason to get rid of it. But for every example of a Tory twit in place who wouldn't under AV, you can normally find a Labour donkey to balance the system.

I'm not sure that this is a vote between Tory thoughts and a.n. other thoughts. It is not as clear cut as that. Some Tories are sharing a platform with Milliband & Clegg, whilst John Reid was up there with Cameron the other day.

Forcing people to vote is not a good idea either. Not voting can be a statement, not that I would ever not bother, but I don't vilify people who don't either. I's a bit like when politicians talk about giving people choice and power in NHS care. Fine, many people, especially those who need lots of care may well want to help influence the delivery. My experience having been involved in this for many years is that most people want to know it is there when they need it and trust others to ensure it is attainable.

Many people have the same view of politics. Wrongly in my opinion, but apathy is not a crime.