83% of young people to vote

More than eight out of 10 young people plan to vote in the general election — with Ireland’s youth more politically engaged than ever.

According to a survey of more than 500 people aged between 18 and 35, carried out by youth communications agency Thinkhouse, the marriage-equality referendum has led to a more engaged youth vote in Ireland.

It found that 92% of those surveyed are registered to vote, with 83% stating that they plan to vote in Friday’s election. This would mark a significant increase on the overall 70% turnout in the 2011 general election.