The UK government will lower the voting age to 16 for upcoming elections. Lowering the voting age in 1969 was significant, and now countries like Austria and Brazil allow younger voters. Research indicates that including 16- and 17-year-olds does not alter election outcomes or representation. They can select candidates effectively, and may actually increase voter turnout rates. Young voters in education and living at home tend to engage more actively when allowed to vote early, reflecting positively on democracy when their viewpoints are valued and educational support is provided.
Research shows that including 16- and 17-year-olds in the electorate does not change election outcomes or make elections less representative; they are as qualified to vote as older voters.
In countries where the voting age is 16, research consistently shows that these younger voters have a higher turnout rate compared to those enfranchised at age 18.
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