Young people have confronted Britain's political leaders with their concerns about the future at a series of question-and-answer sessions run by Sky News' Stand Up Be Counted campaign.
Four major party leaders were quizzed on a wide range of issues including immigration, the NHS, tuition fees and Britain's housing crisis during the day-long multimedia event.
Prime Minister David Cameron, Labour leader Ed Miliband, Liberal Democrat Nick Clegg and the Green Party's Natalie Bennett faced tough questions from 16 to 25-year-olds.
UKIP's Nigel Farage was also invited to the event, which came just three months before a General Election in which social media could play a decisive role for the first time.
In a heated exchange with Mr Cameron, audience member Franchesca Hashemi challenged the Prime Minister over Britain's tribute to Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz last month.
She asked the Prime Minister: "Why did Britain fly the Saudi flag at half-mast if the country has such an appalling human rights record?"
Mr Cameron replied: "We don't agree with lots of things that the Saudis do. We don't agree with the way they treat people, for instance criminals. We make clear those differences.
"But when the King died, as a mark of respect, we thought it was right to show that respect."
The event saw some robust debate as party leaders were called on to explain how they will address problems such as corporate tax avoidance and the use of zero-hour contracts.
Ed Miliband used his 30-minute session to launch an attack on Boots chairman Stefano Pessina, who had criticised the Labour leader's policies at the weekend.
Monaco-based Mr Pessina said Mr Miliband's plans are "not helpful for business, not helpful for the country and in the end it probably won't be helpful for them".
Responding to the criticism after questions from the audience, Mr Miliband said: "Yesterday, the chairman of Boots started telling people how to vote in the General Election.
"The chairman of Boots lives in Monaco and doesn't pay British taxes.
"I don't think people should take kindly to being told how to vote by someone who avoids paying his taxes."
The Stand Up Be Counted: Ask The Leaders sessions were hosted by Sky News and Facebook at the social network's offices in central London.
Interaction with voters on social networks is soaring, with data reflecting major changes in British politics.
During his session, Mr Clegg faced intense questioning over the Liberal Democrats' failed pledge to scrap university fees following the 2010 General Election.
Many young voters expressed concern during the day about the rising cost of university education, coupled with a shrinking job market for graduates.
Mr Clegg said: "Of course I apologise for the fact that particular policy of my party we could not implement."
The Green Party's leader urged young people to make their voices heard by heading to the ballot box in May.
"Scots showed us the way in the referendum - an 85% turnout - (and) young people voting in almost the same proportion as the over 60s," Ms Bennett said.
"If people did that, if people went out and voted for what they believe in, whatever that is, we could actually have a peaceful political revolution.
"So it's actually in all of your hands as voters to deliver."
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Gallery: SUBC: Young Voters Question Leaders
Prime Minister David Cameron answers questions during the Stand Up Be Counted Ask The Leaders event in central London
The multimedia event gives young people access to Westminster's most powerful politicians. Continue through for more images from the day
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