The UK Youth Parliament is run by the British Youth Council. It gives 11 to 18 year olds a chance to use their voice in creative ways to bring about social change.

Every year, young people in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole elect:

• 2 members of UK Youth Parliament (MYP)
• 2 deputy members of Youth Parliament (DMYP).

These members represent Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole nationally. They attend national events throughout the year including:

• the UK Youth Parliament's annual sitting
• the annual House of Commons debate.

They will also:

• listen to marginalised groups
• organise events
• meet MPs
• lobby for change
• organise campaigns and appear in the media.