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I recently had the pleasure of working with Victoria Caswell, UKYP member for Norwich North. Victoria stood in for Chloe Donovan at Diss Democracy Day. Victoria works very hard for her constituents and is passionate about young people taking part in local democracy. Here is a copy of her latest news letter and for those of you who live in Norwich the chance to join a youth forum. |
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The UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) |
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 The UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) enables young people to use their energy and passion to change the world for the better. Run by young people for young people, UKYP gives the young people of the UK, between the age of 11 and 18 a voice, which is heard and listened to by local and national government, providers of services for young people and other agencies who have an interest in the views and needs of young people.
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Winner: Jacob Rix, 16, MYP for Norfolk
Jacob has promoted young people’s issues both locally, giving radio interviews and supplying quotes for newspapers, and nationally, appearing on BBC Radio 5 Live and in The Guardian, as well as “selling in” to the Daily Mirror and The Times. Jacob has also been getting media opportunities for other MYPs in his region,to allow them to develop their skills and get public recognition for the hard work and determination that they put into their campaigns.Also nominated: Katrina Mather (East Sussex), Dan Willetts (Dudley) |
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Chloe Donovan
Age 14
MYP South Norfolk
I don’t believe rising obesity levels are the fault of young people. I think it’s down to busy or lazy parents who can’t be bothered to cook a proper meal for the kids so they throw something together or order fast food. I think those most responsible are supermarkets and fast food providers. They offer rubbish food for cheap prices so people with little money will buy the rubbish food. It’s cheap for a reason! |
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