Once you turn 18, you are considered to be an adult in the
eyes of the law and from your 18th birthday on, you will be
expected to make your own decisions on a wide range of
issues. Our Coming of Age web pages have been created as
a guide for anyone about to turn 18 and focus on
the choices and opportunities available within
Cheshire once someone reaches legal
age. Further information about life events for all ages
can be found on our Lifeline pages. The
Cheshire Police Authority website provides a
comprehensive list of what you can do in the UK at
18.
College or University
Thinking of going to College or University? Visit our
Further and Higher Education webpages to answer
your questions about continuing your education, student
finance and education maintenance allowance.
Employment
Have you decided to start work? Visit our Jobs and Careers pages, we
can help you with information on looking for your first job or
apprenticeship opportunities. The following websites may
also provide useful information:
Learning to drive
Information on driving safely can be found on our Road Safety
webpages.
Further information is available from:
Online Driving Theory Tests:
Family, health and relationships
Our Social Care and Health webpages contain a comprehensive list
of Health
Links. Other information is available from:
-
Brook: Confidential advice on sex and contraception
- Family Planning
Association: Sexual health charity
- Family Rapp: Weekly online
parenting magazine
- Homeless
Link: Information for those who are homeless or at risk of
being homeless and relatives and friends of these.
- National Blood
Service: Information on giving blood
-
RUThinking: Sex advice, facts and answers
- Samaritans: 24 hour a
day confidential emotional support for
people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including
those which may lead to suicide
Managing your money
Do you have questions about managing your money, saving and
getting into debt? Visit Directgov
or What About Money for
information on these and other financial matters.
The Law
From the age of 17 you can be sent to prison and at 18 you can
be asked to sit on a jury. The following websites provide
information relating to adults and the law.
Social life
Take a look at these ideas for what Cheshire has to offer for
your spare time.
Voting
From the age of 18 you are legally able to vote, however you
must register to do so. Visit our voting webpages for more information
on elections and how and why you should vote. You
may also be interested to read our Council webpages, where you
can learn
more about your local Councillor and
access minutes and agendas of Council meetings.
Where can I obtain further information?