Parliament came to Red Oaks Primary School as North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson visited to give a special assembly.
The visit complimented the work the school has been doing on ‘British values’ – including democracy and ensuring people’s voices are heard.
As part of the assembly Justin split the children into the House of Commons and the House of Lords to demonstrate how a bill passes through Parliament. Having decided upon a bill to increase school sport, Justin selected a clerk to courier the bill between the two houses, and a Queen to give royal assent.
After going between the houses and amendments having been made, the bill passed through the school’s Parliament comfortably.
Justin Tomlinson MP said: “The assembly was great fun, and I was very impressed by the enthusiasm and knowledge displayed by the children. I think it is so important the children understand that democracy and having your voice heard is important – and hopefully the assembly might inspire some of them to learn more about Parliament.”
The visit complimented the work the school has been doing on ‘British values’ – including democracy and ensuring people’s voices are heard.
As part of the assembly Justin split the children into the House of Commons and the House of Lords to demonstrate how a bill passes through Parliament. Having decided upon a bill to increase school sport, Justin selected a clerk to courier the bill between the two houses, and a Queen to give royal assent.
After going between the houses and amendments having been made, the bill passed through the school’s Parliament comfortably.
Justin Tomlinson MP said: “The assembly was great fun, and I was very impressed by the enthusiasm and knowledge displayed by the children. I think it is so important the children understand that democracy and having your voice heard is important – and hopefully the assembly might inspire some of them to learn more about Parliament.”
