Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

Political Party Database, 2002-2014

Variable Details

VariableB20CANETHTXT
LabelParty selection rules: ethnicity and/or religion (description)
Responses
'... targeted action will be taken to increase the representation of women, ethnic minority and disabled members and those from manual and clerical backgrounds on the national panel.' (Rule Book 2010,p.27). 1
'The Parliamentary Candidate Vetting and Selection Rules will specify processes for ensuring a balanced list of candidates.' (SNP Constitution, p.10) 1
According to the party candidate selection rules, two spots in the list- number 18 and 26- are reserved for ethnic minorities. 1
All of the party's representatives in public office and party officials are committed to and should work for the party's Christian values as defined in §1. 1
If no minority candidate is selected in one of the first 25 places on the list, a minority candidate will be jumped to the 25th place on the list. 1
National executive sets directives regarding balance ethnic origins 1
No rules, although party statutes mention that the pool of candidates should reflect the country's 'diversity.' 1
No rules. 100
No strict rules, but are supposed to strive to reflect the diversity in The Netherlands. 1
Not Provided 404
Rules call for the "careful consideration of potential candidates who are female and who are reflective of the demographic makeup of the local electorate". 1
Rules state that "EDAs shall conduct an acceptable search for nomination contestants, including women and/or minorities reflective of the demographic makeup of the local electorate." 1
Statutes mention the necessity to have a balance of all groups in society on the list 1
Statutes specifically mention that the party has to ensure respect and representation of minorities 1
The Federal LibDems Constitution, 2012,p.30 states: 'In deciding whether to enter an applicant on a list, each State Candidates Committee shall take into account...(c) the need to ensure that the (short-)list contains a reasonable balance between both sex 1
The county branches are encouraged to consider the following in the nomination process: Prioritize minority candidates. 1
The party's procedures requires its nomination committees to take account of various factors, including "diversity" (which means ethnic diversity), in their proposals for party lists. 1
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationPolitical Party Database, 2002-2014