The importance of listening to young people and why it must be central to the government’s plans for children   

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The importance of listening to young people and why it must be central to the government’s plans for children   
Published August 17, 2026

“The government should listen to children’s ideas more and children shouldn’t have to pass their idea to an adult to make it happen … Children should be able to change the world too.”– Girl, 11.  As Children’s Commissioner, it’s my job to listen to children and make sure their voices are heard by the people […]

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