Left to right: Steven Cheung, James Mummery, Envision, Christine Lee, BC Project

Princess Diana Award winner, Spectrum Radio DJ, Steven Cheung officially announces his bid for the European Election

Standing as an independent in London. 19 year old Cheung could become the youngest ever Member of the European Parliament if elected, and the first British Chinese Filipino candidate ever to run for a seat in Brussels.

As a unique ticket, Cheung is not shy about his age, he says “In theory anyone 18 or over can run for a seat in parliament, but that is just theory. For too long, important decisions which affect the future of young people have been made for us, without any representation from young people.”

“I am passionate about Europe, but right now, many people in London feel a great distance from the whole process. That is why I want to stand. The general public awaits an open and fresh approach to politics and through my candidacy I hope to reinvigorate the public mood and capture the disengaged. I want to make sure there is a real voice for young people and for all the other minority groups. We can shape our future together.”

The Chinese community accounts for the third largest immigrant group in the UK, but have no political representation in the UK, regional of European Parliament. Around 30 per cent of Chinese population are not registered to vote. There is an estimate of over 200 000 Chinese residing in the London constituency at the European Parliament election. In theory, Cheung can win one of the eight seats this June if he manages to secure all the Chinese votes.

There are also around 5 million 18-24 years olds living in the UK. A quarter of which are not registered to vote. Cheung appeals to them to come forwards and register before the deadline on May 19th.

With an impressive record, Cheung was elected the London 2012 Olympic Ambassador for Waltham Forest in 2006 and was later appointed by the Ministry of Justice as a Young Advisor in 2008. Recognised for his outstanding efforts in developing communities and the lives of others, Cheung has also been awarded with a Princess Diana Award this year.

Cheung was born in Hong Kong and has lived in London from an early age where he now lives with his parents and brothers. Cheung is of Filipino and Chinese heritage. Since completing his A’ level studies, Cheung has dedicated his time to working on Government sponsored youth projects. He is also a DJ on SW1 Radio, the Westminster community station and on Spectrum Radio International.

A record-breaking number of 110 candidates will be standing in the London European region.

For further information about Steven Cheung’s campaign please visit www.stevencheung.com.

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