Why it matters - having Your Shout!
Politics really does affects everything you do. There are many good reasons to get involved in your local community, local democracy, national democracy and even European Union democracy. Here are just a few!
A shoppaholic???
Did you know that the UK government controls the opening hours of your favourite shops
Listen to the radio?
The UK Parliament says that radio stations need licences which determine what kind of music they play.
The European Union has regulations to ensure that there aren't too many chemicals in your favourite toothpaste
The recent smoking ban was introduced by the UK government which prevents people smoking in places of work. 
The European Union set the levels for the amount of pesticides that can be used on food crops and the standards required to sell meat and diary products.
Your local council monitors noise levels for music. The UK Parliament says at what age you can go into a pub and buy a drink. The UK Parliament also sets the legal measures by which alcohol can be served and the opening hours of pubs and clubs. 
If you have a town or parish council in your area they will be responsible for maintaining it!
