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Audit of Political Engagement 13 infographic posters - The Election Effect

18 Apr 2016

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Following one of the most unexpected general election results in modern times, this year’s Audit of Political Engagement (2016) explores whether there has been a post-election-year bounce in public engagement with politics.

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