The 10 political issues young people care about the most

A new poll of voters aged 18 to 24 has shed light on the issues young people in Britain care about the most.

Here are the key areas politicians should focus on to ensure the votes of 1,000 of the youngest members:

1. Living costs

2. Affordable housing

3. Unemployment and access to work

4. The future of the NHS

5. The gap between the rich and the poor

6. Tuition fees for universities

7. The state of UK public finances

8. Care for the elderly

9. Crime and antisocial behaviour

10. Welfare and benefits