Overview

This bill concerns the proposed European Union referendum. A disagreement between the House of Lords and the House of Commons centers on whether 16 and 17-year-olds should be allowed to vote.

Description

The main point of contention is an amendment (Amendment No. 1) proposed by the House of Lords to include 16 and 17-year-olds in the referendum electorate. The House of Commons rejected this amendment.

Reason for Rejection:

The Commons rejected the amendment primarily because it would lead to increased public spending, without providing a detailed breakdown of the costs involved.

Government Spending

The House of Commons' rejection implies that including 16 and 17-year-olds in the referendum would increase government expenditure, although no specific figures were provided in the document.

Groups Affected

• 16 and 17-year-olds: This bill directly affects them, as the Lords amendment would have granted them the right to vote, while the Commons' rejection denies this right.
• UK Government: The government's spending would be affected by the inclusion or exclusion of 16 and 17-year-olds, though the exact cost remains unspecified.
• The Electorate: The composition of the electorate is influenced by whether 16 and 17-year-olds are included.

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