the process by which the voting laws are modified and shaped over time to better reflect the social values that society feels are important

a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives who then make laws and decisions on their behalf

Should the voting age be reformed?

Citizenship

Pupils consider what role they can play in their communities from school to local and national democracy.

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

the legal right to vote in public elections

changes made to voting laws or systems to improve fairness

a system where local citizens vote for representatives in their area

a group led by young people that represents their views

In what year did the Senedd and Elections Act extend the right to vote to 16- and 17-year-olds in Wales?

Supporters use which reason for lowering the voting age to 16?

Some people believe that 16-year-olds should not vote because they lack life {{}} and independence.

The Scottish Elections (Reduction of Voting Age) Act

Which law gave 16-year-olds the right to vote in Scotland?

Voting reform aims to make the democratic process more {{}}.

they let adults know what young people are doing

they give young people a voice in national laws

they ensure young people can influence local decisions

they make school rules for all students in school

Why are Youth Councils important to local democracy?

asking for views before making a decision

taking organised action to bring about a change

talking to decision-makers to discuss concerns

whether a celebrity should win a reality TV show

new mobile phone and computer game releases

What is the most appropriate topic to be discussed in a Youth Council meeting?

Haringey Youth Council's participation in local democracy can be shown through their involvement in Youth Takeover...

letting adults make decisions without asking others

helping the Government decide what happens nationally

giving people, including young people, a say in their area

teaching people how to argue for their opinions online

Which party gained the highest number of council seats in the local elections in May 2025?