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What Young People Really Think About Votes at 16
By Eoin, 17 This morning the government has stated the voting age will be lowered to 16 before the next General Election, doubling down on commitments it announced during last year’s election which will bring in one and a half million eligible voters. This is a policy that has been in place in Scottish local […]
European Friends Trip: Choose your Player
By Francesca, 17 We know booking and organising multiple friends for a trip is harder than revising for A-Levels, so here’s a guide to cater to your every need, and the types of friends you may encounter. The Traveller Every friend group has one with the travel bug; think backpack and hiking boots. But there […]
Young People on… Video Games
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
Delays, Disruption and Missed Chances: How Metro Chaos Affects Young People
By Alishia 16 We’re told to be independent, to take responsibility, to make our own way. But how are we meant to do that when the system we rely on keeps breaking down? If you live in Newcastle or anywhere around Tyne and Wear, you know the Metro is a lifeline especially for young people. […]
Young People On… Women’s Football
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
Young People On… Screen Time.
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
Was the all-female space flight really a Girl Boss moment?
By Meg, 13 and Ella, 14 On Monday 14th April, Katy Perry and five other women blasted into space for an 11-minute tour. The tour, organised by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos flight company Blue Origin, was dubbed an empowering day for women. But was it really? “It has nothing to do with feminism,” says Ella. “It would […]
“Why Don’t Young People Use Parks Anymore?”
By Hannah, 17 When I was younger, parks were the place to be. Whether it was running around with my mates after school or having picnics on weekends, parks felt like a haven.But now, when I walk through the park near my house, it’s too quiet. It’s not just that the swings are empty or […]
Why Don’t Young People Use Libraries Anymore?
By Megan, 17 Libraries used to be the heart of every community, a place to study, read, and meet up with friends. But for many young people today, they’re more of an afterthought than a must-visit spot. With phones, social media, and easy access to information online, the idea of spending time in a library […]