Then maybe the government shouldn't tax 16 & 17 year olds. These young people are contributing to society and the revenue and deserve a vote
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They're in full time education actually
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They pay VAT
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Even 6 yr olds buying toys pay VAT. Should they vote too?
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because of childish arguments like this I think you should be banned from voting
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Why isn't it a car crash in Scotland, but a resounding success? Do you think English 16-17 yos are especially dim?
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I don't think under 18s should have been allowed to vote in Scotland either
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You might think that, but was your thinking informed? Have you looked at the studies into the impact of giving 16-17yos the vote in Sco?
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My 17 year old daughter doesn't even know who Teresa May is! And she's living in a house where politics is discussed....a lot!
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That is very disapointing and not somthing I would be airing
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Absolutely. Mine are 14 and 16 and they know about EU (facts!) as well as understanding who the main parties and players are.
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Mine is 10 and knows more about politics than most adults. But she still shouldn't have the right to vote until she's 18.
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They are expected to make crucial decisions about educational subjects that may lead to career paths at 14 minimum
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Night off is it by rehashing your old guff? Writing off 16/17y/o's whose life choices will be materially affected by June vote is bullshit.
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Have a good one ..
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Did you research the impact in Scotland before writing your article?
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Bollocks. The point is simply that 16 year olds are not likely to vote the same way as telegraph readers.
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25 years is about right .just beginning to understand about life and the bloody responsibility's
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