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Young People and Democracy

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Ages

All ages

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

Nation

England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland

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Parliament Week is a programme of events and activities that connect people with parliamentary democracy in the UK. To coincide with this, Into Film has partnered up with Debate Mate and handpicked film titles for primary and secondary students that will entertain whilst provoking debate and discussion, and help inspire the next generation to take a more active role in democracy, whether at school or during elections.

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