MPs Vote on Lowering UK General Election Voting Age to 16
MPs are set to debate a historic bill that could extend the franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds for UK general elections, a move championed by Labour but facing government opposition.
MPs are set to debate a historic bill that could extend the franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds for UK general elections, a move championed by Labour but facing government opposition.
The UK's elections watchdog is spearheading a new initiative to embed democracy lessons in schools, aiming to educate and empower 16 and 17-year-olds ahead of their new right to vote.
The BBC has issued a robust defence of Strictly Come Dancing's integrity after a former pro dancer suggested the show's outcome is pre-determined. Get the full story on the controversy shaking the glitterball.
Governor Greg Abbott faces a federal lawsuit alleging a Texas redistricting map illegally dilutes the voting power of black and Hispanic residents in Fort Worth, a move critics call 'textbook racial gerrymandering'.
Hollywood icon and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger launches blistering attack on California's redistricting process, accusing politicians of gerrymandering that stifles voter choice and undermines democracy.
A federal court has struck down Texas's Republican-drawn state Senate map, ruling it illegally dilutes the voting power of Hispanic and Black communities in a landmark decision that could reshape the state's political landscape.
California faces an unprecedented constitutional crisis as a political stalemate leaves the state without a valid congressional map, potentially disenfranchising millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
California Governor Gavin Newsom blocks a Democratic-backed bill that would have altered state redistricting rules, preventing Republican gains in key districts. The move sparks intense political debate about electoral fairness.
The Republican-controlled Texas House passes a newly redrawn electoral map, intensifying accusations of racial gerrymandering and setting the stage for a major legal showdown over voting rights.
A bombshell new analysis reveals a severe voter registration deficit for one of America's major political parties across key battleground states, potentially reshaping the electoral map for the 2024 presidential election and beyond.
Explosive court documents allege a massive conspiracy involving bribes, secret payments, and manipulation of voting machine contracts in Los Angeles, with potential links to Trump's 2020 election claims.
Explosive court documents reveal Fox News stars Sean Hannity and Jeanine Pirro privately messaged Trump aides, urging them to challenge the 2020 election result, contradicting their on-air coverage.
Texas Democrats are using mock 'permission slips' to protest a new GOP-backed voting bill they argue imposes restrictive, discriminatory requirements on voters of colour.
Democrats escalate their fight against Texas Republicans over alleged gerrymandering in congressional redistricting, setting the stage for a pivotal legal clash ahead of the 2026 elections.
Right-wing network Newsmax agrees to settle Dominion Voting Systems' defamation lawsuit, avoiding a high-profile trial over baseless 2020 election fraud allegations.
Former US President Donald Trump has reignited controversy with his latest remarks on mail-in ballots, raising concerns about electoral integrity as the 2024 election looms.
Texas Democrats file a lawsuit in California, alleging unfair electoral redistricting. The case could reshape political power dynamics ahead of key elections.
Former US President Donald Trump has reignited the debate over mail-in voting, calling for its ban despite evidence of its security and widespread use.
Former US President Donald Trump reignites controversy with explosive allegations about mail-in ballots and voting machines in the 2016 midterm elections. Experts weigh in on the validity of his claims.
Former President Donald Trump reverses stance on mail-in voting, alleging fraud by the 'radical left' in a fiery statement that reignites election integrity debates.
As Europe faces pivotal elections, political landscapes are set to transform, with potential ripple effects across the continent.
Massive protests have broken out in Texas as activists challenge a controversial redistricting plan allegedly backed by former President Donald Trump, raising fears of a partisan takeover.
Governor Greg Abbott has summoned a special legislative session in Texas to address electoral map redistricting, sparking debate over voter representation and partisan fairness.
Governor Gavin Newsom announces California's bold strategy to counter Texas' controversial electoral redistricting plan, potentially reshaping the political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.
Labour unveils radical plans to reform the UK's electoral system, including lowering the voting age and scrapping First Past the Post, sparking debate across Westminster.
Dozens of Texas Democrats have fled to Washington DC to block a Republican-backed voting bill, escalating tensions in the state's political battle over election laws.
A former Love Island star faces backlash after allegedly influencing the show's voting system, sparking outrage among loyal viewers.
Texas Democrats are challenging GOP-led gerrymandering tactics, arguing for fair electoral maps to ensure democratic integrity in the state.
A former City trader has had his conviction for Libor rate-rigging overturned, marking a dramatic turn in one of the financial sector's most notorious scandals.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a stark warning to former President Donald Trump, accusing him of 'playing with fire' by allegedly rigging red states and threatening retribution against California. The political tension escalates as Newsom vow