S3 visit the Scottish Parliament
The pupils with Alex Salmond
This year, 39 S3 pupils took part on the visit to the Scottish Parliament which took place on 3 October. After listening to First Minister's Question in one of the meeting rooms, the MHS group then had the chance to question local MSP Joe Fitzpatrick on issues of concern to them including 'the bedroom tax', the Waterfront development and, of course, the independence debate. Several pupils, including John-Paul Sinclair and Ruairdh Lowson, deserve special mention for questions asked.
Following questions, Joe took the group on a tour the parliament including taking time in the Chamber where Joe explained some of the ways and areas in which MSPs worked. Finally, the group were very fortunate when First Minister Alex Salmond came over to speak with the group and to answer a number of further questions. All in all a very successful and memorable visit.
Once again, the Modern Studies Department thanks local MSP Joe Fitzpatrick and his parliamentary colleagues Tom and Douglas for organising and leading our S3 visit to the Scottish Parliament.