As this motion is using historical data, we may not have the record of the original ordering, in which case signatories are listed alphabetically.
Suggested amendment
Line 7, at end, add 'but recognises that it is neither in the interests of young people nor democracy to treat newly enfranchised 16 - 18 year olds as passive voting fodder; and calls for the active participation and engagement of children and young people of all ages in the decisions which affect their lives at school, in the community and in the care system, and through better support of the UK Youth Parliament, at national level.'
Original motion text
That this House rejects the recommendation in the Electoral Commission's Report against lowering the voting age to 16; welcomes the work of the Votes at 16 campaign; believes that young people under 18 who are deemed by law to be old enough to pay income tax, marry, enrol in the armed forces and make choices about education, training or employment should have the right to vote; recognises that many 16 to 18 year olds make a valuable contribution to society; and wants to encourage their active citizenship by extending to them the franchise.
Signatures (6)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this amendment.