Young people feed back on government environment plan
During the summer, the British Youth Council brought together a wide range of young people from various organisations to discuss, in depth, the government’s Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) with ministers from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The roundtable discussion invited plentiful views and contributions. Most notably I think, was this common
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Merchandise design competition: Honouring the 75th anniversary with creativity
The British Youth Council is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for young creatives to showcase their artistic talents and contribute to a meaningful cause. In celebration of our 75th anniversary, we are launching a merchandise design competition that invites participants to capture the essence of our vision: “A world in which every young person
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Member of UK Youth Parliament attends National Education Union rally for free school meals
Featured image by Rehan Jamil On Thursday 29th June 2023, I had the opportunity to rally outside 10 Downing Street along with MPs, Healthcare professionals, Headteachers, Teachers, Religious leaders, other young people and many others who have seen different aspects to what child hunger leads to. The diverse group of campaigners handed in a letter
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UK Youth Parliament launch campaign partnership on Universal Free School Meals
UK Youth Parliament launches their UK-wide campaign for Universal Free School Meals with a new partnership with Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG). This campaign was chosen by Members of Youth Parliament from an elected Social Action Group, and focuses the outcome of the UK Youth Parliament’s House of Commons sitting, when the cost of living
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Reflecting on our gathering of youth reps in London
On 18th February, the British Youth Council kicked off one of the first YouthCon’s of the year in London after overcoming numerous challenges and obstacles, like the Covid-19 pandemic. The event brought together young people from London, the South East, and the East of England to engage in meaningful discussions on vital topics for youth,
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