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Can teens vote in the UK?

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The UK has decided to lower the voting age to 16, allowing teens to participate in general elections. This reform aims to modernise democracy and increase youth engagement, though turnout among young voters has historically been low.

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UK to lower voting age to 16 in landmark electoral reform

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  • The UK government will lower the voting age in general elections from 18 to 16. 5s
  • The reform aims to modernise democracy and boost voter turnout among young people. 52s
  • Support for Labour among young voters has declined, with some turning to the Greens and Reform UK. 1m 18s
  • The government's stance on issues like the war on Gaza has influenced young voters' preferences. 1m 55s
  • Turnout among younger voters remains low, posing a challenge for mainstream parties. 2m 4s
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UK to lower voting age to 16 in landmark electoral reform
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Al Jazeera
4 hours ago
UK to lower voting age to 16 in landmark electoral reform

The Labour government announced it would deliver on a manifesto pledge to give the vote to 16 and 17 year olds.

UK to lower voting age to 16 in landmark electoral reform
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Al Jazeera
4 hours ago
UK to lower voting age to 16 in landmark electoral reform

The UK government confirms it will lower the voting age for general elections from 18 to 16.

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