UK Parliament · Public Bill · No. 2074
Representation of the People (Young People's Enfranchisement and Education) Bill
[As Introduced]
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This bill aims to give young people more political power by letting them vote at a younger age and making sure they understand how government works through better education. It's about making democracy more inclusive for younger citizens and helping them learn about their rights and responsibilities.
Presented by Jim McMahon.
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Official Ballot · The People's Chamber
How would you vote on this bill?
Mark one box with a cross.
You will be asked to sign in before your vote is counted.
The people's count15 votes
100% Aye · 150% No · 0
MPs' vote515 MPs
20% Ayes · 10580% Noes · 410
The democratic gap
80% , a wide gap
Outcome mismatch, the public would pass this bill, but Parliament rejected it.
Bill passage
Commons
- 1st reading19 Jul 2017
- 2nd reading