SNP Member of the European Parliament, Mr Ian Hudghton, today [Monday] welcomed pupils from Blairgowrie High School to the European Parliament in Strasbourg .  The Blairgowrie pupils are in Strasbourg and the surrounding area as part of a modern languages study visit, and took the opportunity to pay a visit to the Parliament.

Speaking afterwards, Mr Hudghton said:

"I am always pleased to welcome my constituents to both Strasbourg and Brussels, whether they be over for pleasure or as part of a study trip.   It is both an opportunity for me to hear what people's impressions of the European Parliament are and for my constituents to see at first hand how the Parliament works.

"Decisions made in Europe have an impact on many aspects of our everyday lives and I welcome the opportunity to provide greater access to the Parliament itself and the democratic process which takes place here.

"The Blairgowrie pupils were very well-informed and interested in European issues.   They had a question and answer session with MEPs from a variety of political backgrounds which was enthusiastically approached by everyone involved.  

"The pupils also had the chance to watch the European Parliament in action in the chamber itself and I have no doubt they were fascinated by the proceedings."