House of Lords trip

Back in June, a group of Year 12 student’s were selected to attend a talk titled ‘Politicians’ Problems and ‘Doctors’ dilemma’s. The session was held by Lord Robert Winston, focusing on his thoughts on ethical issues at the beginning and end of life. Nearly 200 students, aged 14-18 from schools across the UK attended the Robin Room Lecture, part of the House of Lords outreach programme. The aims of the programme are to reach out to different groups and communities, to encourage their interest in the House of Lords.
Prior to the session, the students were greeted by a formal reception at the House of Lords, in which they could participate in discussions with members of staff, media and students from other schools.

The event was a chance for students to gain an experience of hearing a real expert and a very good communicator talk about their selected field. A statement made by Baroness Hayman, the Lords speaker who also attended the talk by Lord Winston. 

Students William Meyer, Ben Branfield, William Sharman, Amy Evans, Zerelda Hamilton, Laetitia Ajimal and Jessica Warren were privileged enough to be selected by Biology and Politics teachers Mr Jones and Mrs Walden. (All pictured above)

After Lord Winston had concluded his discussion, the students were able to participate in a Q&A session, putting forward questions to Lord Winston.  Overall, the event proved to be a useful experience for those students, and teachers, who attended.


Author: Cameron Kilmister