Theories of Representation
Different ideas about what it means to represent people
Real World
During the Brexit debates, many Labour MPs in Leave-voting constituencies faced a direct clash between the trustee and delegate models — MPs like Caroline Flint voted Leave to reflect constituents' wishes, while others like David Lammy voted Remain using their own judgement.
Exam Focus
Name Burke's trustee model explicitly and contrast it with the delegate and mandate models — examiners expect precise use of all three.
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