Students urged to register for vote

YOUNG Fine Gael (YFG) launched a campaign yesterday to encourage third-level students, many of whom will be first-time voters, to register to vote.

Cork Senator Jerry Buttimer launched the Stand Up and Be Counted campaign on the grounds of University College Cork. It is also under way at other third-level colleges.

“The general election has been called, but if it is to affect change, and the results are to truly reflect public opinion, the public must ensure they can use their voice come polling day,” a spokesperson for UCC YFG said.