We went about our school asking teachers and senior pupils whether they wished Scotland independent or not. We also asked if they agree that 16 year olds could vote.

47% Said that they would vote for independence.

53% Said they wouldn’t.

                             

50% Said 16 year olds should be able to vote.

50% Said they shouldn’t.

 

This is based on 16 answers within our school.

Some people were certain with their answers and others had to think telling us

“That’s a question and a half!” and

“I’ve not really thought about it properly yet.”

Some of the answers we received said:

“16-year-olds don’t fully understand politics”

“It would be good if Scotland could be free of English power but I’m not sure if Scotland will be able to cope on its own.”

“I don’t think it’s a matter of age, it’s a matter of maturity of the person and how much they know about politics.”