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Scotland's Teens Gear Up to Vote, Voice Concerns

11/6/2025

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In Scotland, a generation of teenagers is preparing to vote for the first time, ten years after the voting age was lowered to 16.
In Dumfries, the Royal Society of Edinburgh organized an event with representatives from multiple parties to engage young people.
Attendees discussed mental health, bus travel, and free school meals.
The event aimed to empower youth to voice concerns to policymakers.

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Story summary

In Scotland, a generation of teenagers is preparing to vote for the first time, ten years after the voting age was lowered to 16.
In Dumfries, the Royal Society of Edinburgh organized an event with representatives from multiple parties to engage young people.
Attendees discussed mental health, bus travel, and free school meals.
The event aimed to empower youth to voice concerns to policymakers.