Petition · past parliament · Cabinet Office
VOTES FOR 16 - Lower the voting age to 16
Closed
117 signatures
What the petition asks
The voting age should be lowered to 16. We need a representation for the youth population and lowering the voting age to 16 will allow the young people to have their voice heard.
Lowering the voting age of 16 is important for young people because it means we will have a say in the decisions that will affect us. This will help prepare us for our future and provide real-life skills. We have strong opinions about issues yet are refused to have a voice. Votes for 16 should improve lives for young people.
Timeline
| 20 May 2022 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Dec 2022 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
117
Status
Closed
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
20 May 2022
Closed
4 Dec 2022
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.