Schools workshops and Parliamentary tours have moved online for the Autumn Term. These free opportunities enable children and adults alike to learn more about the history and operation of the UK Parliament.
Throughout the Autumn Term, Parliament's Participation Team are offering a range of online tours, talks, and school workshops that are available free of charge. Pilot sessions over the summer have seen over 1,000 school children participate in workshops, 700 people tune in to specialist talks, and over 3,000 people attend virtual tours. Feedback from these has been excellent and it is hoped many more schools and community groups in Broadland will want to take part.
Schools
Daily online, interactive workshops are available for schools and home education groups for students aged 7-18. The sessions cover an introduction to how the UK Parliament works, how laws are made, and the role of MPs and peers. To book, schools can select a date and time by visiting https://learning.parliament.uk/en/session-workshop/primary-school-online-workshop/.
Tours and Talks
Specialist talks and virtual tours of the Palace of Westminster are available, where a live presenter guides attendees through several rooms, including the House of Commons Chamber, sharing the history of UK democracy and the work of Parliament today. These virtual tours also include a 15-minute question and answer session. For further information and to book, please visit https://www.parliament.uk/visiting/visiting-and-tours/online-talks-and-events/.
