Rochdale MP Paul Waugh Visits A level Politics Students
On Friday 27 February, MP Paul Waugh visited A level Politics students to share insights from his career and discuss contemporary political issues.
During the visit, Paul spoke about his journey to becoming an MP and emphasised the value of gaining experience in other professions before entering politics. He also took part in a lively Q&A session, where students asked questions on topics such as the rise of populism across both the left and right of British politics, its effects on the Labour Party, and how deteriorating political discourse can threaten democracy.
The discussion allowed students to connect their studies to real-world events, bringing in topics from the A level Politics course such as presidential power in the US and voting behaviour in UK elections.
The visit offered an engaging opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of politics and to hear first-hand from their local MP about the challenges and responsibilities of public life.
