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If you turn 18 before the end of the academic year you should be able to vote.
Closed
194 signatures
What the petition asks
Individuals who turn 18 before the end of the academic should be able to vote. As a young person interested in politics born in August, I am extremely disappointed I am unable to vote in the upcoming elections. I am the same maturity as my fellow peers, and I am affected by the outcome equally.
One example I find uncomfortable, is a close peer of mine turns 18 the day after the EU referendum and yet is unable to vote in a decision which is potentially life altering.
Timeline
| 10 May 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 10 Nov 2016 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
194
Status
Closed
Opened
10 May 2016
Closed
10 Nov 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.