As the coronavirus pandemic continues, democracies around the world are being forced to adapt. Legislatures are putting aside their usual processes to urgently approve support for citizens while also trying to maintain physical distancing. But balance is required: the need for rapid action shouldn’t mean democratic representation or government scrutiny are abandoned, and some jurisdictions are finding innovative ways to ensure this does not happen.
The Samara Centre's Democracy Monitor is an ongoing research series that examines the state of democracy in a state of emergency, tracking the ways in which political leaders and institutions are reacting to the crisis, and looking at how elected representatives are engaging with constituents during physical distancing.
Explore our entire series of reports and events below.