Labour have launched a new £1 youth membership rate (www.younglabour.org.uk). Open to everybody under the age of 27 and to all students in further or higher education, young people can now enjoy the benefits of Labour membership for just £1 a year. Dawn Butler MP, Labour's Vice-Chair, Youth introduced Labour's new proposals exclusively on catch21.co.uk.

Dawn Butler MP, Labour's Vice Chair Youth, speaking at the e-launch, said,

"From an early age I knew that you have to stand up and be assertive to make your voice heard.

"I would say to any young person who feels strongly about social justice and equality, and to anyone that wants build a fairer society - that Labour is the Party for you."

"Now young people can join the Labour Party for just £1 for the first year it is easier than ever to get involved.

"When you join the Party you won't be just a number – you will be part of a vibrant network of young people who share your values. As part of Young Labour you can make a difference in your local community and make your opinions heard at the very top of Government."

Catch21 Productions are the UK's first political internet television channel based at Westminster – run by young people, for young people.

Alex Sergent, CATCH21 project co-coordinator said:

"Catch21 welcomes this new initiative from the Labour Party to encourage young people to get involved in politics. While it's not a 'cure all' for the problems of youth political disengagement, we believe it is a positive step in the right direction.

"We now await to hear of new innovations from the other main political parties regarding increasing youth political engagement."