20/08/2025
📢 Mock Parliament – State Opening of Parliament 2025/26
🗓️ Date: Monday, 1st September 2025
📍 Location: The Forum Library, Southend-on-Sea (SS1 1NS)
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🎙️ Step into the Chamber. Take your seat. Be part of the State Opening.
Our new parliamentary year begins with a fully staged State Opening of Parliament, where young people lead, debate, and decide the future of our organisation.
At this session, you will:
✨ Recreate a National Tradition
Watch as our "King’s Speech" is delivered, setting out the year’s agenda.
Learn the symbolism and history of the real State Opening in Westminster.
✨ Learn Politics by Doing Politics
Take on the roles of Government, Opposition, and Independents.
Debate the priorities for the year — from education reforms to youth issues.
Understand how procedure, speechmaking, and alliances shape politics.
✨ Skills for Life, Not Just Politics
Build confidence in public speaking and debating.
Learn teamwork, negotiation, and critical thinking.
Explore how civic engagement empowers young people to influence change.
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🌍 Whether you’re a seasoned debater or brand new to politics, the Mock Parliament State Opening is the perfect way to learn, lead, and be heard.
📩 All 11–18 year olds welcome. No experience needed — just bring your voice.
