by James Parr
WARRINGTON has two new members of the Youth Parliament – who have both vowed to change the media image of the town’s young people.
Jenny Clarke, 15 and James Giblin, 14 have been elected the town’s representatives on the UK Youth Parliament. More than 9,000 votes were cast in the election.
The results were announced at a special ceremony at the Town Hall where the successful candidates were able to meet the Mayor, Coun Celia Jordan, and other civic leaders.
Jenny Clarke will represent Warrington North, along with elected deputy George Atkinson, while James Giblin will represent Warrington South with elected deputy James Hammond.
Jenny and James will also be part of Impact, Warrington’s own youth forum, and will have the chance to put across the views and feelings of the young people in the town to the borough council.
Strategic director for Children’s Services Norma Cadwallader said: “I think that the Youth Parliament and Impact in Warrington really do make a difference in terms of raising issues, which is why these elections are really important.
“I’ve been involved with this for six years and have seen an increase in the number of young people voting and becoming involved. I really do enjoy the work with Impact and it’s really important to keep the excellent work going.” The UK Youth Parliament has been running since 1999 and provides opportunities for young people aged 11 to 18 to use their voice in a creative way to bring about social change.
In Warrington, Impact tells the borough council about changes that could be made to improve the town for young people.
Executive member for Children’s Services Coun Shelia Woodyatt commented: “I’m delighted to be here as I have been on the council a long time and have seen tremendous changes in local government over years to do with the borough’s ethos. We have got now a council that is listening to the people.
“The experts in Warrington are the people. Over the years since Impact was formed I have watched it with interest and the number of young people wanting to get involved is growing, so they are making a difference. They have definitely made a significant contribution. This is a very positive step forward in Warrington and in society.”
Jenny and James beat off competition from four other candidates to represent Warrington North and South.
Jenny, from William Beamont High School, said: “I’m really excited and looking forward to taking up the role. I really want to listen to the young people of Warrington.
“I want to change the way young people are seen in the media and establish something for children to on week nights instead of just youth clubs.”
James from Penketh High School added: “I am obviously delighted because they believe I can put my point across and I am the man to change things.
“I am going to be looking at transport issues and the way the media views young people in Warrington. I believe I can change things for the better.”
by James Parr
WARRINGTON has two new members of the Youth Parliament – who have both vowed to change the media image of the town’s young people.
Jenny Clarke, 15 and James Giblin, 14 have been elected the town’s representatives on the UK Youth Parliament. More than 9,000 votes were cast in the election.
The results were announced at a special ceremony at the Town Hall where the successful candidates were able to meet the Mayor, Coun Celia Jordan, and other civic leaders.
Jenny Clarke will represent Warrington North, along with elected deputy George Atkinson, while James Giblin will represent Warrington South with elected deputy James Hammond.
Jenny and James will also be part of Impact, Warrington’s own youth forum, and will have the chance to put across the views and feelings of the young people in the town to the borough council.
Strategic director for Children’s Services Norma Cadwallader said: “I think that the Youth Parliament and Impact in Warrington really do make a difference in terms of raising issues, which is why these elections are really important.
“I’ve been involved with this for six years and have seen an increase in the number of young people voting and becoming involved. I really do enjoy the work with Impact and it’s really important to keep the excellent work going.” The UK Youth Parliament has been running since 1999 and provides opportunities for young people aged 11 to 18 to use their voice in a creative way to bring about social change.
In Warrington, Impact tells the borough council about changes that could be made to improve the town for young people.
Executive member for Children’s Services Coun Shelia Woodyatt commented: “I’m delighted to be here as I have been on the council a long time and have seen tremendous changes in local government over years to do with the borough’s ethos. We have got now a council that is listening to the people.
“The experts in Warrington are the people. Over the years since Impact was formed I have watched it with interest and the number of young people wanting to get involved is growing, so they are making a difference. They have definitely made a significant contribution. This is a very positive step forward in Warrington and in society.”
Jenny and James beat off competition from four other candidates to represent Warrington North and South.
Jenny, from William Beamont High School, said: “I’m really excited and looking forward to taking up the role. I really want to listen to the young people of Warrington.
“I want to change the way young people are seen in the media and establish something for children to on week nights instead of just youth clubs.”
James from Penketh High School added: “I am obviously delighted because they believe I can put my point across and I am the man to change things.
“I am going to be looking at transport issues and the way the media views young people in Warrington. I believe I can change things for the better.”
