Issue - meetings

The Board received a presentation from Rhiannon Ratcliffe and Matthew Walker, representatives of Halton Youth Council, on the current priorities of the Organisation.  They were accompanied by Mr McClure from Addaction.

Members were advised of the different ways in which the Youth Cabinet determined their priorities as detailed in the report.

The presentation provided information on the following:

·       recent key campaigns such as Homophobia and School Uniforms;

·       recruitment to the Youth Council and the importance of establishing relationships with schools and youth groups;

·       the use and impact of social media;

·       the Youth Democracy Awards.

Following the presentation the Chairman thanked the visitors for their time and praised their work.  Recruitment to the Youth Council was discussed and Members suggested that schools Governors be contacted.  They also commented on the upcoming referendum and the teaching of the democratic process in schools – both of which were topics being discussed by the Youth Council.

RESOLVED:  That the priorities of the Youth Council be noted.