GETTING those who have little interest in politics involved in key decisions will remain a constant battle for parties in the town after May's General Election.

With the eagerly anticipated election edging ever closer, residents across the town are preparing for what promises to be a gripping finale.

But parties are already looking beyond the all-important May 7 in their bid to get off on the right foot immediately after the crucial date.

Up and coming councillors are vowing to put political affairs back on the map in the coming years - starting with the younger generation.

"We need as many young people engaged with the political system as possible and actually voting," said Sam Baxter, chairman of Warrington Conservative Future.

"It is sad that they don't want to vote as the decisions will be affecting them in the years to come.

"Over the years I think the younger generation have felt that nothing councillors decide can make a difference to their lives and both the younger people and councillors are geared towards believing that they don't interest each other."

Although noticing the 'decreasing' connection between youths and politics, Mr Baxter has high hopes for what lies ahead.

"I think the future is bright for us - in the future years it is about holding onto people for our council, keeping people interested and helping them staying involved," he added.

Council leader Terry O'Neill also recognises the need to make it easier for more young people to partake in political policies but admits more must be done to make it happen.

"We need as many young people engaged with the political system as possible and actually voting during each election," said the Labour councillor.

"I think you would be surprised of how receptive younger people are once you engage with them - I think we can learn a lot from young people and should listen to them more.

"Our election team is doing its best but we possibly need to go into the colleges and talk to them more, so we can engage, and get them to sign up."