"I want them to know they have a voice": West country children meet the Mayor at school summit
The event offered young people the chance to talk about local issues that matter to them
Children from across the West of England spoke to Mayor Dan Norris on Friday (7th March), as part of the annual School Summit.
The event offered young people the chance to learn about future career opportunities and talk about local issues that matter to them.
"I want to know what's concerning them, what do they think is important and what do they want to see change," said Dan Norris.
"My concern, first and foremost, is these young people.
"I want to know what priorities they have because as young people, in particular, they will have quite a long list of things that are concerning them.
"We've got fantastic talent in this region and I'm really proud of that.
"I'm really glad to organise these events and give people the opportunities that I've been able to benefit from myself," he added.
Community safety, climate change and careers in the creative industries were all discussed by children at the summit.
"I want them to know that no matter how loud or quiet it is, they have a voice," said event host Junior Saunders.
"That for me is the most important thing. If they walk down the street and they see something that needs to be changed, they should have the constant belief within themselves to voice their opinion."