Here is a look back at our 2026 episodes in a nutshell - for those who want to dip in and out, we compiled a short episode of highlights to put some legal lessons into your summer break. Enjoy!

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What do 16 and 17-year-olds need to be able to vote in UK General Elections?

The Government plans to lower the voting age to 16 before the next General Election. But changing the law is only the beginning.

If 1.8 million young people are voting for the first time, how will they learn about politics? Where can they find trustworthy information? How do they avoid misinformation online? And what can schools, families and politicians do to help?

In this episode of Kids Law, Alma-Constance and Lucinda are joined by Harriet Andrews, Founder and Director of The Politics Project, an organisation that works with thousands of schools and youth organisations across the UK to help young people understand democracy and politics. Together they explore why young people already care deeply about issues that affect their lives, why confidence and good information matter just as much as the right to vote, and why political parties may need to rethink how they communicate with a new generation of voters.

You'll hear about:

• Why lowering the voting age is only the first step
• How young people can prepare for their first vote
• The role of schools, youth groups and political parties
• How elections are organised in the UK
• Why misinformation and AI make finding reliable information harder
• Lessons from Scotland and Wales, where 16 and 17-year-olds already vote
• What politicians need to do differently to engage young people
• Harriet's advice for anyone who hopes to vote for the first time

As always, Alma also asks Hattie our favourite Kids Law question:

What were you like when you were 10 years old?

Hattie says she loved trading gel pens and wanted to be an architect!

We'd love to hear from you!

If the voting age is lowered to 16, would you be excited to vote?

Further Reading

Harriet Andrews

The Politics Project

Electoral Commission

Democracy Classroom

Easy Peasy Politics BBC Bitesize

Childline – 0800 1111

Kids Law

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What does the Lord Chancellor actually do? Who makes sure judges can make decisions independently? Why are courts taking so long to hear cases? And should children as young as 10 be held criminally responsible for their actions?

In this episode Alma-Constance and Lucinda speak to Sir Robert Buckland KC, former Lord Chancellor, Justice Secretary, Solicitor General and criminal barrister, about one of the oldest and most important roles in the British constitution.

They discuss

· why laws often take years to pass through Parliament

· he believes trial by jury should be protected

· how artificial intelligence could help reduce court delays

· why laws often take a long time to pass through Parliament

The conversation also explores issues affecting young people,

· including the age of criminal responsibility

· modern slavery involving children

· Votes at 16 and understanding democracy

· Smartphones, smoking and new laws

Sir Robert shares memories of his own childhood, discusses his new podcast Hidden Wiring, and offers inspiring advice for anyone interested in a career in law.

Kids Law is a fascinating introduction to law, politics and justice for young people, families and teachers alike.

Resources

Robert Buckland - Wikipedia

Robert Buckland website

Instagram

The Church Commissioners

Office of the Lord Chancellor

Age of Criminal Responsibility E&W CPS

Voting age of 16 House of Commons Library

If you've got any questions, ideas about a topic or someone to interview, get in touch, we'd love to hear from you!! You can email us at kidslaw@spark21.org, contact us through the website: www.kidslaw.info or through social media: Facebook, X and Instagram @KidsLawInfo

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