
United Kingdom: Voice and accountability
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| United Kingdom |
Voice and accountability index (-2.5 weak; 2.5 strong) |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 1.30 |
| Year | 2024 |
| Measure | points |
| Data availability | 1996 - 2024 |
| Average | 1.39 |
| Min - Max | 1.25 - 1.47 |
| Source | The World Bank |
| Available for | Data download |
The latest value from 2024 is 1.3 points, an increase from 1.25 points in 2023. In comparison, the world average is -0.13 points, based on data from 193 countries. Historically, the average for the United Kingdom from 1996 to 2024 is 1.39 points. The minimum value, 1.25 points, was reached in 2023 while the maximum of 1.47 points was recorded in 2002.
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| Recent values | United Kingdom: Voice and accountability |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.30 |
| 2023 | 1.25 |
| 2022 | 1.32 |
| 2021 | 1.29 |
| 2020 | 1.32 |
| 2019 | 1.31 |
| 2018 | 1.38 |
| 2017 | 1.42 |
Definition: The index for Voice and Accountability captures perceptions of the extent to which the citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
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