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The UK Government, the Law and Your Role › Government and Democracy
What is the minimum age to stand as a Member of Parliament in the UK?
- 16
- 25
- 21
- 18
Why this is the correct answer
A candidate must be at least 18 years old to stand for election as a Member of Parliament in the UK. This age requirement was lowered from 21 to 18 by the Electoral Administration Act 2006. Voters must also be 18 or older to cast a ballot in a general election.