Schoolboy, 15, voted chairman of Ludlow Labour Party
A 15-year-old has been voted in as the chairman of Ludlow Labour Party.
Charlie Scotton-Peters from Bridgnorth could now be the youngest chairman of any political party branch in the country.
Charlie said: "The people of Shropshire need political parties who actively campaign to improve public services for young and old.
“Everyone should be able to contribute to the lifeblood of our county. I’m a regular user of public transport and the NHS - so I know how this Government’s austerity policy is failing us.
"Housing, leisure and employment opportunities are dwindling in Shropshire, along with social care for older citizens, in a county that’s ageing four times as fast as the UK’s already ageing population.
"Labour will continue to campaign for our services, as needed.”
Standing for election, Charlie emphasised the importance of inclusive and tolerant politics.
The Labour Party has grown in Shropshire in the last 18 months and now has five branches.
Charlie was voted to be overall chairman with a 2:1 majority.
His wing-woman Joy Nisbet is one of the oldest Labour members in Shropshire, having joined the party in 1945, and has twice stood for Parliament. She is the new secretary of Ludlow Labour.
Anyone can join the Labour Party from age 14 and upwards.
Charlie is also chairman of Bridgnorth Labour Branch.
