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A report has suggested that longer parliamentary terms would enable the Government to better look at issues long term, and avoid what some call the "short term-ism" that can afflict policy making.
The report out called "Foresight, insight and oversight - enhancing long term governance through better parliamentary scrutiny", looks at the quality of long term decision making. Also suggested was an increase of MPs from 120 to 150.
Co-author of the study Jonathan Boston explains the reasons behind the recommendations.