THE MP for the area helped primary school pupils to develop their understanding of parliament.

Martley CE Primary School held their yearly open day, featuring Harriett Baldwin, MP for West Worcestershire as a special guest.

Mrs Baldwin spoke about what her job entailed and help them develop their knowledge about parliamentary life.

Mrs Baldwin, asked the children to pick a subject they would like to debate, with school uniform chosen.

It was explained how in the Houses of Parliament the votes of each MP is recorded, which enables the people to have a record of how their MP votes on their behalf.

Mrs Baldwin said: "One of the best parts of my job is to visit local primary schools and it was a pleasure to talk to the pupils about my job and to discuss some really important issues affecting them.

“There were lots of questions about Brexit and animal welfare issues and the class were excited to hear about the ivory ban.

"The school is preparing for their own school elections so I was delighted to share a few tips with the budding politicians about how to campaign.

“It was a pleasure to be invited to open the new facilities and join in the celebrations of the new building work and I am pleased to see the school thriving.”