16-17 year olds to get the vote – so why don’t half want it? | What You Need To Know | ITV News

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16-17 year olds to get the vote - so why don't half want it? | What You Need To Know | ITV News

The government has committed to giving 16 and 17 year olds the vote by the next general election.

But exclusive ITV News polling shows that half say they do not agree with the policy. They were also polled on their top issues, favoured parties and democracy itself.

Meanwhile, we have spoken to some older voters with a surprising suggestion for another change to electoral law.

https://www.itv.com/news/2025-07-16/votes-at-16-half-of-16-and-17-year-olds-against-lowering-voting-age

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Date: July 17, 2025