UK:AV would have given Liberal Democrats real choice of coalition partner, The Guardian (2010)
A study conducted by Essex University suggests that if the Alternative Vote system was used in the last election the Liberal Democrats would have gained more seats and greater power in forming a coalition. Deputy PM will answer questions about the proposed electoral reforms ahead of a referendum on the issue.
The link address is: http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2010/jul/15/alternative-vote-british-election-study