Website of the UK government

Interested in politics?

Would you like to find out more about how the political system works and what MPs are doing about the issues that really matter to you?

Catch21 is an internet-based TV channel run by young people that aims to help you do just that.

• Catch21 Productions (opens new window)

Have your say about identity

From 2010, young people will be able to get an ID card if they want one. If you've got something to say about identity or ID cards, there's an online discussion for young people aged between 16 and 25, where you can talk about your thoughts on identity in today's world.

Discussion topics will change over the summer, so make sure you register to get your voice heard.

• MyLifeMyID (opens new window)

Voting and elections

Elections let the British public have their say on who should be making the decisions in Westminster by voting for a Member of Parliament (MP) to represent them.

Find out how the voting system works and which MP is representing your local area.

• Registering to vote (government, citizens and rights section)
• Find your local MP (do it online section)

How Parliament works

There are hundreds of representatives working for you in the Houses of Parliament, but do you know what they do all day? Take a look at what goes on in Westminster here.

• Parliament (government, citizens and rights section)

History of the European Union

The European Union influences much of our day-to-day lives. Find out here how the EU grew into one of the world's most powerful organisations.

• The European Union (government, citizens and rights section)

Children's Commissioner

In 2005, England's first Children's Commissioner was appointed. Find out how he was selected and the responsibilities he has to children and young people.

• 11 Million - The Children's Commissioner for England (opens new window)