How can we engage younger people in Manx politics?

Members of the Tynwald Youth Select Committee say there could be a simple answer

More should be done to engage younger people in politics, according to members of Tynwald's newest Youth Select Committee.

In its second year, the scheme sees a group of 15-24-year-olds tackle an issue that will eventually be debated in parliament.

Last year the focus was housing, while this year it's support for life after school on the Island.

With just over a year to go until the next General Election on the Isle of Man, we're asking if young people are the forgotten demographic.

Committee members Alex Cowley, Riona Zaman and Scarlett Clague have been sharing their thoughts with Amy Griffiths: