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New Bill to Allow 16-17 Year-Olds to Vote

4/5/2026

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The Representation of the People Bill would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in the May 2029 election, with 1.7 million extra ballots.
Labour Party, Liberal Democrats, and Green Party back the change; Conservative Party and Reform UK oppose.
Labour is mobilising younger voters on social media, notably TikTok, to broaden its appeal.
Analysts say the shift may not help Labour, as younger voters lean toward the Green Party.

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Story summary

The Representation of the People Bill would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in the May 2029 election, with 1.7 million extra ballots.
Labour Party, Liberal Democrats, and Green Party back the change; Conservative Party and Reform UK oppose.
Labour is mobilising younger voters on social media, notably TikTok, to broaden its appeal.
Analysts say the shift may not help Labour, as younger voters lean toward the Green Party.