Minister floats idea of allowing 16-year-olds to vote in local elections

The minister for human rights and minorities, Džamila Stehlíková, has proposed giving people the right to vote in local elections from 16, instead of the current 18. Speaking at a news conference on Thursday, the minister said such a change would involve young people more in public life. She said she wished to begin a debate on the subject and would put it to cabinet if it gains support. Sixteen-year-olds can vote in local elections in some German and Austrian regions.

Author: Ian Willoughby