YOUNG people in north Durham have been getting careers advice from their local MP.
Pat Glass, who represents the Consett and Crook areas in the House of Commons, met students from Derwentside College this afternoon. (Friday, September 19)
Michelle Dale, of Derwentside College, said: “Students were absolutely delighted that Pat Glass MP took time out of her very busy schedule to visit to hear their views on advice and guidance within the district.
“They spoke about the significant support they have received since joining Derwentside College.”
Ms Dale said the lack of impartial and informed careers advice was a longstanding issue for young people across the area.
The Education Select Committee, of which Mrs Glass is a member, is carrying out an inquiry into careers advice for young people in post-14 education, training and employment options.
The Associations of Colleges (AoC) is also leading a campaign called Careers Guidance: Guaranteed, calling on the Government to ensure that all young people have access to local careers hubs in each area and careers education that is embedded into the curriculum.
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