The UK government will lower the voting age to 16 before the next general election, allowing 1.5 million individuals aged 16 and 17 to vote. This change is set to occur as part of Labour's 2024 election manifesto and will permit 16-year-olds to vote in all UK elections. The adjustments also include more voter ID options and automatic voter registration. Currently, voters need to show valid photo ID, but alternatives like a Voter Authority Certificate will be available for those without necessary ID.
The government has announced that the voting age will be lowered to 16 across the UK ahead of the next general election, allowing 1.5 million young people to vote.
Democracy Minister Rushanara Ali emphasized that at 16, young individuals can work, pay taxes, and join the Army, making them eligible to participate in governance.
The policy change is part of Labour's 2024 election manifesto and marks the most significant alteration of the electorate's composition since 1969.
In the future, voters will have more options for ID, including UK-issued bank cards, as well as the continued provision of a Voter Authority Certificate for those without proper ID.
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