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00:00In July 2025, the UK government announced that 16 and 17-year-olds would be given the right to

00:05vote in UK-wide elections. For some, the changes have been a long time coming, especially considering

00:12that 16 and 17-year-olds can already do the following. 16 and 17-year-olds can join the

00:18British Army as junior soldiers, with monthly pay starting between £1,500 and £1,800.

00:24Although it's against the law for a 16-year-old or 17-year-old to buy alcohol, they can drink beer,

00:31wine or cider with a meal if they are accompanied by an adult who buys the drink.

00:3616 and 17-year-olds can also serve alcohol in a restaurant.

00:4016-year-olds in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can legally change their names.

00:46Youngsters in Scotland have to wait to turn 18 for the privilege.

00:49At 16, you can work in most full-time jobs. You can also open a bank account on your own.

UK voting age - Five things 16 and 17-year-old Brits can do... including in UK elections

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