Somerset Youth Parliament

Time is running out for children and young people to stand for Youth Parliament and make a difference

Young people aged 11 – 17 who live in Somerset or go to school, college or a youth club here have the opportunity to influence change by nominating themselves to stand for election as a Member of the Youth Parliament (MYP).

Nominations are open, and the deadline closes on midnight Sunday 12th November. Somerset’s MYPs represent 3 areas - Taunton Deane & Somerset West, Bridgwater & Sedgemoor, and South Somerset & Mendip. Those wishing to stand should visit Democracy and young people to register their interest.

Somerset’s 3 elected Youth Parliamentarians and their deputies represent Somerset at the national UK Youth Parliament. 

MYPs are supported by an Advisory Group of self-selected young people aged 11 to 18 from all backgrounds. They bring a range of experiences, opinions and abilities, and Group members take part in consultations, decision making, planning and grant giving, as well as campaigning on their chosen manifestos.

MYPs are elected by local young people in the schools, colleges and youth clubs who’ve registered an interest. Young people can also ask how they can vote by emailing the Youth Parliament team at YouthParliament@somerset.gov.uk

All local 11- 17 year olds can register to vote for 3 candidates in total, 1 from each area. Voting takes place from Monday 13th November to Friday 15th December. Candidates are notified of the results by Wednesday 20th December, followed by a public announcement in early January 2024.

Released On 26th Oct 2023