3 SPRING NEWSLETTER 2024 Student Leadership In our meeting with Mark Logan discussion centred around concerns regarding recent activities in Bolton, including topics such as the latest news updates, children’s mental health initiatives, and the state of the local shopping centre. The student council shared insights and perspectives aimed at identifying potential solutions and avenues for improvement. While no formal decisions or agreed-upon actions emerged from the discussion, the meeting provided a valuable platform for open dialogue and collaboration among attendees. One notable aspect of the meeting was the robust exchange of ideas surrounding children’s mental health initiatives. Members of the student council emphasised the importance of prioritising resources and support systems to address the unique challenges faced by young people in the community. Furthermore, concerns were raised regarding the equitable distribution and effective utilisation of recent funding received, reflecting a collective commitment to transparency and accountability in resource allocation. by Ovez, Year 11 Meeting Our MP The Make Your Mark consultation was run alongside the Youth MP Elections, UK Youth Parliament’s ‘Make Your Mark’ gives a unique opportunity to reach out to young people who go on to be opinion formers and leaders of the future. Make Your Mark gives all young people aged 11-18 in the UK the chance to have a say on the biggest issues facing young people. Make Your Mark takes place annually. This year the students council ran the Make Your Mark consultation alongside the Youth MP Elections. Make Your Mark
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