Young people reject democracy

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Young people say they'd elect a 'strong leader'. I say give more of them the vote | Polly Toynbee

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Channel 4 poll found 52% of 13- to 27-year-olds think the UK would be a better place if a strong leader” were in change “who does not have to bother with parliament and elections” And 33% thought the country would be better run “if the army was in charge”, among other dark impulses.

If someone votes once, it’s likely to become a lifelong habit, says Polly Toynbee .

The ability of schools, universities and colleges to register students needs to be restored.

The government says votes at 16 will definitely be law in good time ahead of the next general election’ - speed it up.

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