With UK Parliament Week taking place, Michael Gove MP visited three schools in Surrey Heath to speak with young people on the function of Parliament and how our democracy works.
UK Parliament Week is an annual event, that aims to inspire interest in Parliament and politics, and to encourage young people and the public to engage with the British democratic system and institutions.
Commenting, Michael said:
"It is UK Parliament Week, which is an excellent opportunity to engage with young people on how they can get involved and play their part in our democracy.
"So today, I visited three schools in Surrey Heath taking part in UK Parliament Week activities – Holy Trinity School in West End, Hall Grove School in Bagshot, and Carwarden House School in Camberley.
"At Holy Trinity, I met members of the School Council, who asked me lots of questions about being an MP, the best and worst things about being in Parliament, and the fairness of taxation.
"I then met three students at Hall Grove representing different political parties, and we spoke about the build up to the next General Election. Afterwards, I then went on to a Q&A session with around 30 Hall Grove students from Years 7 and 8.
"Lastly, I dropped by Carwarden House and spoke to the newly elected School Council who asked me about democracy, the role of the media, the importance of elections, and the difference between a Prime Minister and a President.
"I thoroughly enjoyed talking to all the students today, and I hope that they have learnt a bit more about Parliament and the work that I do as their MP."
Pictured, Michael Gove MP at Holy Trinity C of E Primary School in West End, Carwarden House School in Camberley, and Hall Grove School in Bagshot
