Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Virendra Sharma and Navendu Mishra

Thursday 11th February 2021 Commons Chamber

[Mr Virendra Sharma (Ealing, Southall) (Lab)]

What steps his Department is taking to improve democratic inclusion throughout society.

[Navendu Mishra (Stockport) (Lab)]

What steps his Department is taking to improve democratic inclusion throughout society.

[The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister for the Cabinet Office (Michael Gove)]

This Government are committed to enhancing inclusivity in our democracy. We provide funding to a number of initiatives and organisations to encourage younger people, including the National Citizen Service, the UK Youth Parliament, and the British Council. Online registration makes it easier than ever to register to vote. We are also leading a programme of work to ensure that our elections are more accessible for people living with disabilities.