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The UK Dispatch: Votes at 16

The UK Dispatch: Votes at 16

Update: 2025-08-29
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In this episode of The Political Dispatch, Tom and Lily take a deep dive into one of the most significant democratic reforms in recent UK history: lowering the voting age to 16 years-old. From the role of education and political literacy to questions about maturity, motivation, and turnout, Tom and Lily examine the opportunities and concerns posed regarding the potential expansion of the franchise in the UK.


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The UK Dispatch: Votes at 16

The UK Dispatch: Votes at 16

Be the change. Media Network, Sidd Kurapati, Lily Mott, and Tom Spare