According to Sky News data, the turnout for 18- to 24-year-olds was 66.4 per cent, a substantial rise from the 43 per cent figure in the 2015 general election.
The British Youth Council (BYC) said that decision makers across the country have repeatedly told young people that their voices will continue to be less of a priority until they vote in elections.
It added that, now young people have turned out, MPs "must not only acknowledge young people but actively include them in the democratic process".
Anna Barker, BYC chair, said: "Politicians have repeatedly told us our issues will become a priority when young people turn out. Young people have now sent a clear message. Members of Parliament must now address the core issues of young people."
"We've been warning politicians that they must use our vote or lose and this election may just serve as a wake-up call."
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