Nearly 200 pupils from Rugby have visited the Houses of Parliament over the last year to get a first-hand look in the corridors of power.
The figures released by the Parliamentary Education Service show that six schools from across the town, including both primary and secondary schools, visited Parliament over the last year.
Pupils who visit Parliament now have the chance to see the state of the art Education Centre, which has more than doubled the Education Service’s capacity and uses themed learning spaces to bring Parliament to life.
Mark commented:
“I am always delighted when I can welcome local students to Parliament. Visiting Parliament and seeing for themselves what happens in our democracy is a great way of engaging the next generation in the political process. The range of questions I get asked during school visits is always impressive and hope the trips will encourage more young people to consider entering politics.”
Mark continued:
“The Parliamentary Education Service offers an excellent tour of the Palace of Westminster, combined with a workshop which has been designed to support what children are learning in the national curriculum. The Education Centre provides a hands-on way to learn about how Parliament works and I look forward to seeing many more students from Rugby in Westminster.”
Mark concluded:
“One of the great features of Parliament and our democracy is that it is open to the public. Alongside school groups, thousands of people each year enjoy tours of Parliament throughout the year or watch Parliamentary debates from the public gallery.”