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>> Teens suggest solutions to our ‘Welfare State’ while debating in Parliament
he Welfare State has overtaken our headlines, but when young people actually get the chance to speak about this controversial topic you might be surprised by some of the things they say. On Monday 19th
March young people got the chance to debate directly with parliamentarians and representatives from Downing Street inside the Houses of Parliament on the Bite The Ballot’s debate on ‘The Welfare State’.
At this groundbreaking debate, issues such as Benefits, immigration and jobs were actively discussed by a diverse group of teens. Alistair Stewart (ITN) chaired the event, while guest speakers: Frank Field MP (Lab) and Shaun Bailey (Special Advisor to David Cameron on Youth and Crime) openly and honestly debated with the young people.
Views were varied on both sides of the spectrum. One young student stated he worked for a very low-skilled and low-paid job but for him that only encouraged him to work harder to climb up the employment ladder. Another young lady felt the solution to our welfare state was capping the time allowed to be on benefits to 9 months or to cut benefits when those offered a job didn’t take it. They also suggested having guidelines as to who should be allowed access to benefits. Shaun Bailey encouraged young people to work hard and go for what they want.
“The Universe does not owe you a thing, if you think that - you will die hungry. A seed does not grow, unless it is watered”.
Bite The Ballot provides a platform for young people to have their say and lead the campaign to get more young people involved in politics. Michael Sani, co-founder and Managing Director said:
“The power you feel when you witness young people coming together to share their views and suggestions for change is tremendous. They eliminate common misconceptions that they do not care and prove they are a real force for change! If our young people continue to respect each other right to be different and question both sides of the argument, then we can lead the way for others around the world to follow.”
Labour MP Frank Field honestly stated that the “problem with that place (parliament) is they don’t listen to what everyone else is saying”.
It is obvious young people want to be heard. If more young people register to vote and have their say, maybe our leaders will start to listen.
Bite The Ballot Website:
www.bitetheballot.co.uk
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