So you’ve registered to vote in the upcoming UK general election. Now comes the big decision that directly effects YOUR future. Still undecided? We’ve asked some of the UK’s creative talents which way they will be voting come 8th June, and why their decision makes sense for the country’s future generations. Hint: SHOW UP and make your vote count. 

London born and bred, Skinny Girl Diet usually let their music do the talking; uncompromising and without apology – their first gig was opening for family friend Viv Albertine of the Slits, what more do you need to know? Through their lyrics, the duo address social and political issues with that authentic and vivacious energy that drove so many of their idols, promoting a message of feminist unity and social equality.

Here, the London band tell us why young people deserve a brighter future and who will provide them with that opportunity.

How will you be voting in this election and why?
“We will be voting Labour as it’s the only party that cares about actual human beings. Within their manifesto, they talk about things that will be improving life for myself and those around me.”

Why is it so important for young people to vote?
“Because there’s a chance for young people to control the destiny of what type of country they want to grow up in for the next half a decade. The mass of young people registering to vote has actually narrowed the poll which is great, but now people need to follow through and make sure they make the right decision. We really have a good shot at getting rid of a destructive Conservative leadership, who certainly don’t give a shit about you or me for that matter. It’s so close and every vote really does help.”

How do you feel the outcome of this election impacts your peers in your industry? And more broadly, our generation?
“Labour are prioritising the people, from trying to save the NHS, addressing the housing crisis to talking about abolishing university fees, so the outcome of this Election really means chaos or peace of mind. As a person living in a council flat with my parents who rely on the NHS to help me when I get sick and having been put off from going to university primarily by the cost of tuition fees, it would be stupid for me not to vote for Corbyn. Theresa May only called this surprise election as a vain attempt to make sure no one could bring up the actual fact that nobody voted her in. Conservatives are holding hands with Trump’s repulsive tiny hands, the liberal democrats are proven spineless liars and UKIP are idiotic fascists that shouldn’t even get air time. We as a generation have the chance to stop this and have someone that puts us first instead. As for the older generation, the conservatives are threatening to put a cap on social care and are taking money out of your pensions. It’s in everyone’s best interests – from young to old – to vote Labour.”

Anything else you’d like to say on the subject?
“Jeremy Corbyn is punk.”

The UK General Election of 2017 will take place this Thursday, 8th June. To find your nearest polling station, head here.
For more information on the election, refer to this excellent guide by the BBC, here.