Join our online debate on whether 16-year-olds should get the vote in UK elections—have your say!

“The House believes that, given the success in devolved nations, people aged 16 years and up should be allowed to vote in UK Elections.”

“The UK Government was elected with a manifesto commitment to lower the voting age for reserved elections to 16. In July 2025, the government confirmed its intention to legislate to reduce the voting age to 16 in time for the next general election.” – House of Commons Library - Neil Johnston