Day: May 13, 2016

Campaigners in favour of the United Kingdom staying in EU joined the Children’s Parade at the Brighton Festival, to discuss with families why they believe the future of our children will be Stronger in Europe.

The children’s parade, thought to be the largest event of its kind in Europe, gets the Brighton Festival off to a colourful start each year.

According to StrongerIN, remaining in the EU is key to giving the next generation of young people the opportunities to work and study abroad as well ensuring they work together with our friends and neighbours to protect the environment on equal footing.

Opinion polls show teenagers and younger people overwhelmingly support remaining in the EU, though there are worries about whether younger people who are old enough to vote in June will register and turnout in sufficient numbers to make their numbers count.

Peter Kyle, MP for Hove and Portslade, who participated in the event, said: “The Children’s parade is one of Brighton’s finest yearly events, giving inspiration to thousands of young people from dozens of schools. It’s also an excellent opportunity to remember that this referendum is mostly about the future. Remaining in the EU is vital to giving the next generation the economic growth and opportunities that have benefited the UK for the last several generations.

“I hope that young people, who are more likely to be interested in living and working in Europe, do make sure they are registered and exercise their right to vote in this important decision.”

The event marked 50 days until the referendum mark.

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Baroness Karren Brady, board member of Britain Stronger In Europe, said: “In 50 days’ time, we face the biggest choice of our generation: economic security and global influence as part of the European Union, or a leap in the dark.

“A vote to stay is a vote for certainty. We’ll be stronger, safer and better off in Europe because we’ll keep our access to the free trade Single Market of 500 million people, with a say over the rules of doing business across the EU. That means more jobs, lower prices, and more financial security for British families.

“A vote to leave is a vote for risk. As the Bank of England, the IMF and businesses have made clear, leaving would damage our economy. Jobs won’t be safe, prices will rise, mortgages will be at risk, and funding for your local school or hospital will fall.”