Does it really make any difference? Britain is heading to a general election with apathy and discontent. Some think that politics is futile. Others believe every vote counts.
The big idea: Politics is no longer working
Turnout: Ipsos data shows that while less than half of all 18-24-year-olds vote, three quarters of OAPs do. Glossary
Labour - Britain's main left-of-centre political party.
Tory - A member of the Conservative party.
Shadow chancellor - In the UK, the member of the biggest political party not in government who follows the role of the Chancellor of the Exchequer.