UK Parliament Week 2020 to be celebrated across Swindon

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson is inviting everyone in Swindon to get involved in UK Parliament Week and join a UK-wide conversation about our democracy, people power and making change happen.

UK Parliament Week is an annual festival taking place from 1-7 November, that engages people from across the UK with their UK Parliament, explores what it means to them and empowers them to get involved.

This year marks ten years of UK Parliament Week. It is a great opportunity to be part of a thriving democracy and look ahead to the next 10 years, thinking about what issues are important to you and how you can work with UK Parliament to bring about change. Community groups, local organisations and schools representing every constituency across the United Kingdom have already signed up to be part of the conversation.

Justin has taken part in many Parliament week events over the years – including: welcoming Guides, Brownies, Scouts to the office for a mock election, visiting schools for his interactive assembly, and visiting UK Research and Innovation.

Last year, over 1.2 million people took part in UK Parliament week in every nation and region of the UK, alongside countries all over the world. The COVID outbreak has meant that events will have to be a bit different this year, as efforts are made to find digital or virtual events.

Justin Tomlinson said: “I welcome the involvement of people in Swindon during UK Parliament Week 2020. I am determined to ensure that our voters and citizens of tomorrow understand how vital their participation is in our democracy, and I’m excited to see so many organisations and local groups taking part.”

David Clark, Head of Education and Engagement at UK Parliament, said: “There are many exciting activities taking place for this year’s UK Parliament Week, including those happening in Swindon

“Organisations, local community groups and schools across Swindon have a chance to get empowered and have their say on issues they care about the most. Change starts with you and UK Parliament Week is a great way to learn how you can make a difference.”

Those who sign up for UK Parliament Week will be sent a free kit packed with resources, including a booklet, bunting, a ballot box, a poster, stickers and more, which can be tailored for different organisations.