Ahead of the upcoming general election, I have created a resource for children and young people to outline key political terms and explain what happens at a general election, what will happen after the election takes place, and what MPs do.
As Children’s Commissioner, I am passionate that children and young people get their voices heard even if they cannot vote.
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