Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 64625

Electoral Register: Young People

Tabled: 2 July 2025
Answered: 8 July 2025

Question

Dr Ellie Chowns

Green PartyNorth Herefordshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of time required to ensure adequate levels of (a) awareness and (b) voter registration ahead of a General Election in which 16 year olds vote.

Answer

Rushanara Ali
The government believes that enabling 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in all UK elections will foster early and sustained participation in civic life and enhance engagement in our democratic processes. We want young people to find their voice and exercise th...

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