Voting is the most important way of making your voice heard
on the issues that concern you. It is central to the way in which our democracy
works.
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Decisions are made for you by local government every
day, ranging from what building work is approved in your area and what
recreational facilities you have, to national issues like roads, transport and
education. Similarly, central government controls such issues as defence and
environment.
