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We are delighted to announce Alasdair Paisley, Mariska Silkowski & Sophie Bennie-Twist as the new
Members of Scottish Youth Parliament elect for Argyll & Bute. They will embark on a period of training
and development and will fully embrace their new positions from February 24.
Entirely youth led and diverse, the Scottish Youth Parliament provides a national platform for young
people to discuss the issues that are important to them, and campaign to effect the change they wish
to see; developing young people to be the leaders of tomorrow through training and international
opportunities, encouraging young people in decision making, supporting youth action and developing
essential life skills for leadership.
It is a true model of youth participation and a key aspect of democracy in Scotland.
Our thanks also go to the hard work of our community learning staff in facilitating the recruitment
process across the authority and who will provide ongoing support to our three MSYPs over the next
two years as they serve their election term.