Ethos Public Relations Manchester

Local MP pops by for lunch

by Ethos public relations

Lynne Featherstone, MP for Hornsey and Wood Green, was treated to lunch this week by students at Action For Kids.

The MP, who is a keen supporter of the charity's work, met staff and students to learn more about what they do and who they help. She was served a lunch of spicy Mexican casserole prepared by students who have been learning how to cook through the charity's Independent Living scheme.

Siobhain Nolan, 19, a student on the programme at Action For Kids said: "It is a real pleasure to cook for an MP - the Gatehouse felt like our own little restaurant." Fellow student Shruti Gadhvi added: "We have great times at the charity and we love to do new things. We really hope that Lynne Featherstone comes back soon."

The MP was given a tour of the Gatehouse, a 'domestic' environment next door to Action For Kids' office which helps to support young peoples' transition from living at home to independent living. The space is also used to deliver workshops for parents and children and provide additional practical training.

Lynne Featherstone said: "I've had a fantastic time today learning about the charity's services, meeting students who are here on Work Related Learning and getting to know the committed team of staff who do such a fantastic job.

"Action For Kids does some remarkable work for disabled children and young people around the UK and I'm so proud to have such a fine organisation on our doorstep."

Posted at 24^th August 2009