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Debate between John Baron and Tim Loughton(14 years, 5 months ago)
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Tim Loughton
On the first point, I absolutely agree with the hon. Lady that young people’s involvement in, engagement with and ownership of youth services is vital, which is why, whenever I visit youth projects, I make a point of speaking to young people and asking them how they are involved in the project, and of promoting such things as youth mayors. In a neighbouring constituency to hers, the Bolton lads and girls club—a most fantastic facility that I have visited twice, and which the Prime Minister has visited as well—serves her constituents and does a fantastic job of engaging young people. I fully support that. It is just the sort of youth facility that we want to see more of.
Mr John Baron (Basildon and Billericay) (Con)
17. What steps he is taking to improve standards of discipline in schools; and if he will make a statement.