Rejected petition Lower the voting age to 16 for all elections

People aged 16 and 17 are being more educated on politics and lowering the voting age to 16 would help to be more representative of the people and if we lower the voting age to 16 for all elections (Not just general elections that would then help people feel more included)

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As stated above 16 and 17 are being more educated on politics so people would help to be more representative and inclusive

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You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700687

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Date submitted 25 November 2024
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