In the United Kingdom we are a “democracy” which means we choose the people we want to govern us by voting in elections. Voting is the most important way to make your voice heard on issues that concern you.

Your vote is very important as it helps to choose the people who make decisions on all sorts of things that affect you every day, like what leisure facilities should be provided. All votes are equal — your vote is just as important as someone else’s — if you don’t use it you lose your chance to influence the way things are done. It is important that everyone has a say in who is elected.

By voting, you can make a difference!