The British people have spoken – We’re just not entirely sure what they said. I’m paraphrasing David Milliband on BBC Radio 4 this morning. One thing is clear: first past the post has failed its only defenders. The Conservative Party do not have a clear mandate to govern, as they have failed to win a a majority, despite being the largest party in the new Parliament. No one won – the voters in the British General Election have delivered a Hung Parliament, and what happens next is anyone’s guess.  This could take a while to sort out, so pass the popcorn.

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