Citizenship
Catch21
We speak to one organiser behind Catch21, the UK's first political internet TV channel for youth. Why should young people care about politics?
MyTV
Teenagers are now getting the chance to make movies on the issues that matter to them thanks to a new interactive TV channel from the UK Youth Parliament.
Justice in your hands
If you're 18 or over, there's every chance you could be called for jury service.
5 Things u need2know
- Citizenship is about understanding the rights and responsibilities you have as a member of society.
- Citizenship involves learning about your human rights, politics and your community.
- Voting allows people to decide which person or political party makes decisions at their local council and central Government.
- To vote, you have to be 18 years old or older, have your name on your local authority's 'electoral register' and be a British Citizen.
- You can apply to join the electoral register if you're 16 or 17 years old.
