Luke Pollard MP has hosted his fourth annual summer school for young people who live or go to school in Plymouth Sutton and Devonport.
More than twenty young people who live or attend school in Plymouth Sutton and Devonport attended Luke’s two day summer school held at the University of Plymouth.
A non-partisan event, the summer school featured speakers from across the political spectrum, including councillors from all parties elected on Plymouth City Council.
Workshops on public speaking and speechwriting were also held, along with a talk on media and journalism with the BBC’s Martyn Oates, ITV’s Lucy McDaid, RadioExe’s Josh Tate and Cornwall Live’s Lee Trewhela.
Free Dayrider tickets were provided by Plymouth Citybus so that travel costs were not a barrier to participation, with free lunches provided by Co-op.
Luke Pollard, MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport, said:
“I was blown away by the talent and enthusiasm of the folks who attended my summer school.
“Our city is full of bright, hardworking young people, but they don’t always get their voices heard.
“The summer school is always a highlight of my year. My hope is that the young people left with new ideas about how to get involved in their communities and make a positive difference.”
Joe, a local young person who attended the summer school, said:
“I really enjoyed the summer school. It was inspiring to hear directly from our local MP and get a real insight into how politics works behind the scenes. I’d definitely encourage anyone interested in politics or current affairs to sign up next year.”
