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Originally Posted by martyh
Unlike in the Scottish independence referendum 16-18yr olds were not allowed to vote and considering they are the generation that will feel the full brunt of our decision i think that was deplorable We allow people who will be affected very little like pensioners a vote but deny the very generations that will be responsible for making it work in the near future a say in the matter
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Well said Martyh. Really must stop agreeing with you ...
Young people are increasingly disengaged from politics. That is a worry for us all in the future. Politically it may suit the Govt. for the young not to vote, or be registered, but it backfired on them in the referendum.