Esther McVey

Esther McVey

Conservative — Tatton

Speaking in the House of Commons on 2 September 2026

Debate

Representation of the People Bill

Contribution

The hon. Member clearly gave support; I had various caveats. As things have changed recently, children cannot get married now at 16, yet at the same time we do not think those under the age of 18 should be on social media. That is a new addition. We are changing the age of adulthood. Labour Members do not even think the brain is mature enough to be considered for criminal actions until the age of 25.

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