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The Power of Youth: Could the Next General Election be the Turning Point?
A new report released by YMCA today shows that some 86% of young people under the age of 25 intend to vote in the forthcoming General Election. The survey of 1,054 young people highlighted that their key concerns are housing, jobs, health and inflation.
Mobilising young voters could prove decisive for parties in key battlegrounds as the nation prepares for the general election due to be held by the end of 2024, and today’s report from YMCA reveals compelling insights into young people’s voting intentions, concerns and priorities. It calls upon political parties as they develop their election manifestos to truly reflect young people’s priorities and to recognise their key role in shaping the nation’s future and direction.
Denise Hatton, Chief Executive, YMCA England & Wales, said:
“As we approach the upcoming election, we must not forget that the younger generation is a significant part of the voting population and should be valued and heard in policymaking.”
“They are actively engaging in political discussions and are eager to express their opinions through their votes. To disregard their experiences and opinions would be a huge mistake,”.
“YMCAs have been at the forefront of supporting young people in navigating various aspects of their lives, from mental health support to job training and housing assistance. We understand the struggles and aspirations of young people and the support needed to help them flourish.”
A new report released by YMCA today shows that some 86% of young people under the age of 25 intend to vote in the forthcoming General Election.
Denise Hatton, Chief Executive, YMCA England & Wales, said:
“Regarding policies that matter to young voters, funding the National Health Service (NHS) and controlling inflation scored highly. Mental health is their primary concern, followed by finding meaningful employment and affordable housing. While many young people feel optimistic about their future, others remain anxious about their ability to achieve personal and professional success, with almost a third believing that they will be less successful than their parents.”
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"As we approach the upcoming election, we must not forget that the younger generation is a significant part of the voting population and should be valued and heard in policymaking."
Denise Hatton, Chief Executive, YMCA England & Wales, said:
“As the timeframe for the election draws near, it is encouraging to see that the number of young people intending to vote has increased from previous years*. Concerns integral to the future of young people are perceived to be commonly overlooked by political parties, such as mental health, meaningful employment, and housing affordability, which were highlighted as the key issues driving their participation in the democratic process.
“On top of uncertainty around their voices being heard, many young people cited reasons such as not being registered to vote and a general disinterest in politics, which kept them from voting in previous elections. The motivation to engage young people and allow them to influence a new generation of politics has never been more critical.”
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"Young people’s hope for the future and trust in the political establishment will depend heavily on a prospective government’s ability to outline how they will address these critical issues in their manifestos and how – if at all – the priorities expressed by young people will be considered."