Decision Day

May 6 is finally here! As the nation goes to the polls, here is a selection of today's front pages, with some choosing striking images to get their message across.

In other news, a Nonsuch student appeared on "First Time Voters Question Time" last night and impressed the panel with her comments. You can catch her here - forward to 53 minutes and 20 seconds!

PS: Don't forget the mock elections today - vote today in the hall during lunch and the results will be announced on Friday

Paul Burstow TODAY

Paul Burstow, the Liberal Democrat MP for Sutton and Cheam will be answering questions today in the library at 1.15. All are welcome! Please let us know how you think he gets on, plus your opinions on tonight's third leadership debate - here are 12 things to watch out for...

PS: Has anyone watched Dermot O'Leary's political interviews on BBC3? What did you think of them?

TV Debates

Plans have been revealed for the 3 debates that will take place between the party leaders before the election on presumably May 6. It's a historic moment but will the strict rules stifle the debates too much? What effect do you think these debates will have on the election and do you think they will be worthwhile?

Meanwhile, BBC3 is showing a "First Time Voters Question Time" on Wednesday evening, presented by Dermot O'Leary. Here is there Facebook Page and a list of the panellists. If you watch it, let us know what you think!

PS: Here is some inside info on how the Prime Ministerial Debates' rules were agreed.

PPS: Our colleague at Politcs Etc has some interesting comments to make about the current state of the BBC. Recommended reading!

PPPS: Here's a not particularly positive review of the Dermot O'Leary programme. Did anyone else see it? Do you particularly want "youth" politcs programmes or are they all "epic fails"?

6 May

3 Labour Ministers have now suggested that the General Election is likely to be held on 6 May, the latest being the Defence Minister Bob Ainsworth at the weekend. This does seem the likeliest date, as it ties in with many local elections, but it might just be part of a sneaky strategy to catch the opposition by surprise with an earlier date. What are your thoughts.

In other election news, the BBC is considering running an election show with Dermot O'Leary to attract more viewers. Good idea or would you prefer someone else?