In July, debating increasing the age for lottery scratch-cards, Labour Deputy Leader, Tom Watson said, " There is no need for further evidence, to gamble you should be an adult - so the minimum age for all gambling products should be 18 " ...Imploding Turtle wrote:You're allowed to start a family at 16 so how can anyone justify arguing against giving 16 year olds the right to vote? It's hilarious seeing people try.
There are protections for 16-17 year olds in place, ie: can only marry with their parents consent, it's illegal to have sexual relations with someone that age if you may be in a position of authority or trust, people of that age are not permitted to appear in pornography etc. You have to be 17 to drive a car, 18 to purchase alcohol or tobacco, drive a bus or form a legally binding contract on your own account.
The age of 18 is the correct age to be able to vote, and Labour's pressing of this issue is for their own perceived political advantage, and nothing else. They're uttering " weasel words " ......