The Governance of Britain Green Paper published last year highlighted the importance of engaging young people as citizens, so they are able to take an active part in society.
The Youth Citizenship Commission was established to consider ways of reengaging young people in the political process. The Commission was also asked to lead a consultation on whether the voting age should be lowered to 16. The Commission has therefore published a consultation paper and seeks views by Tuesday 20 January 2009.
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