Perceptions of influence on Council decision-making

This indicator measures the people's participation in representative democracy.

Vision

A city where residents feel included and connected with their wider community.

How are we doing?

Dunedin has a high percentage of people who believe that they have some influence on Council decision-making. This has ranged from 94% in 2004  and 2008 with a drop to 89% in 2006.

Perceptions of influence - 2008

Perceptions of influence - 2008 % of repondents
Large amount of influence 8.7
Some influence 50.2
Small influence 32.8
No influence 6.3

Perceptions of influence on Council decision-making (% that believe they have "some" or "large" influence)

% who believe they have some influence
2002 58
2004 59
2006 55
2008 59

Data Source: Quality of Life Survey

Last reviewed: 16 Apr 2009 9:15am

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