| Type | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mainstream | A party likely to stand candidates in all 650 constituencies and achieve broad support across large parts of the electorate. |
| Niche | Parties which are popular with either a smaller portion of the electorate or represent issues relevant to a geographical area. |
| Single-issue | Tend to focus on a narrower set of policies, i.e., the Brexit party/UKIP. |
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