That could lead to one minority party replacing another and stumbling on in office for years, while the electorate watches but has no role.

The other 20 per cent will be uncommitted or support a minority party.

As a result, the minority party will now be prevented from filibustering most judicial nominations.

What would then protect us from that government using its majorities to force in controversial ideas, despite determined opposition from minority parties?

The set threshold required a minimum vote of 5% for parties (with exemptions for ethnic minority parties) and 8% for electoral coalitions.