East Lancashire's young people will have the chance to elect their representatives to the Youth Parliament.

Any young person aged 11to19 and who lives in Lancashire will be eligible to vote for their Member of the Youth Parliament (MYP) for Burnley, Pendle, Hyndburn, Ribble Valley and Rossendale.

Young people who are elected organise events and projects, run campaigns and influence decision makers on the issues which matter most to young people. Runners-up will be offered the opportunity to become a Deputy MYP to support the MYPs in these activities.

County Councillor Susie Charles, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Schools, said: "This is a great opportunity for you to get involved by voting for your MYP.

I'd urge young people to support the democratic process and their local communities.

"This is another demonstration of the positive contribution that young people can make."

Voting is now open online until Thursday 15 March.

To vote visitlancashire.gov.uk/youthzone/news/vote-for-your-member-of-youth-parliament.aspx