Rejected petition Make it LAW that everyone (over the age of 18) has to vote in all UK Elections.

Since the EU referendum result, the people feel like their voice hasn't been heard. While I think democracy speaks, it doesn't speak loud enough when nearly a quarter/third of UK doesn't vote! Especially during the General Elections!

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Voting has decreased greatly since 1974, time to change.

Election UK
2015 - 66.1%
2010 - 65.1%
2005 - 61.4%
2001 - 59.4%
1997 - 71.4%
1992 - 77.7%
1987 - 75.3%
1983 - 72.7%
1979 - 76%
1974 - 72.8%

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/140002

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Date submitted 25 June 2016
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