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Three common misunderstandings

It's easy to get these things wrong

DoDon't say Don'tDo say Why?
UK-wideNational citizens' assembly NationalUK-wide citizens' assembly Only the United Kingdom government can pass laws on the scale neeeded to address the crisis. The CA must include all 4 nations - Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England
Legally bindingPublicity and upfront agreement on what will happen with the recommendationsLegally binding To hold a legally binding CA would require an Act of Parliament taking several years. In any case, there is no such thing as legally binding as a future government can always change things. Much more important is public understanding and pressure.
DifferentAll walks of life AllDifferent walks of life Although A CA is very diverse, we couldn't possible include every walk of life!