Mold Students Question David Cameron

Students from the Mold Alun School gathered at the Daniel Owen Centre in Mold to question Conservative Party Leader David Cameron. Questions ranged from restoring trust in British politics to reform of the House of Lords, and House of Commons, devolution questions and whether politicians can be trusted to deliver on their promises.

David Cameron told pupils that his MPs were being scrutinsed and would be asked to pay back money which should not have been claimed. He went on to say that far greater freedom should be given to backbench MPs to elect parliamentary select committees, and that the Prime Minister should no longer appoint the chairman of select committees. He called for power to be devolved to people at a grass roots level, to give them greater control over their lives. Asked about the disconnect between young people and voting he said that young people were interested in politics but needed to feel that there was a real connection between those they elected and being able to affect what happens in their everyday lives, which was why political reform was important. Asked about devolution David Cameron affirmed his commitment to making devolution work effectively for Wales and to have greater interaction between Westminster and the Welsh Assembly in Cardiff.

Antoinette Sandbach Parliamentary candidate for Delyn said "I am delighted that pupils from the Mold Alun school got the chance to speak directly to David Cameron about issues which concerned them. They were a credit to Delyn and it was a lively session. Both during and afterwards there was a real enthusiasm and interest which was great to see.''