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​Understanding how decisions are made, how laws are created, and how their voice fits into the system equips young people to become:
​Voters of the Future: They develop the critical thinking skills to evaluate information, challenge injustice, and participate meaningfully when they are old enough to vote.

​Active Citizens: Learning about Parliament and governance instills a sense of civic responsibility, turning them from passive observers into engaged participants in their school and wider community.

​Champions of Respect: They learn the importance of listening, debating, and compromising with people who hold different views—skills essential for maintaining a healthy and respectful democratic society.

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​"I have seen for myself how engaged the children of our local communities really are... It is great to see them get involved in democracy, be it through the Citizenship classes... or a debate club or student council... I am glad that the government has finally listened to Lib Dem calls for votes at 16, so that these young people can have a say about who is making the decisions that impact their lives."
​— Alison Bennett MP
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