It will be the first time anyone other than MPs have debated in the Commons
and sat on the green benches.
The historic move will see elected 11-18 year-old Members of Youth
Parliament debate issues of concern to young people across the UK.
The five issues being debated are:
- Lowering the voting age to 16
- Youth crime and how to tackle it
- Public transport for young people
- Jobs for young people and the economy
- University fees
Commenting on the event, Jim Knight, Regional Minister for the South West
said:
"It's great to have our young politicians in London discussing the
important issues for young people right at the heart of government. It will
be a historic day for both the Youth Parliament and the House of
Commons.
"Having spent a day this week with the YMP for Cornwall, I'm particularly
keen to hear the UKYP's views on what we can do to prevent youth crime,
improve public transport and manage the state of our economy, especially in
the South West."
More information is available on the UK Youth parliament link below.
For details of the South West YMPs follow the link below.
