Local MP Is Questioned By Pupils at Newall Green High School - 09/03/2009 |
 Last Friday Paul Goggins MP was part of a panel being asked questions by Year 9 pupils at Newall Green High School.
The event, chaired by Channel M presenter Andy Crane, had panel members from across the local community. Mr Goggins was joined by Baguley Councillor Tony Burns; Sergeant Neil Tolley from GM Police; headteacher Neil Wilson; and the school’s Health Adviser, Lindsey Shaffer.
The panel were asked about a number of issues. When asked about the school and its future, Mr Goggins emphasised the importance of the new school building and congratulated the students on their academic achievements. He expressed hope for the future and that people would meet their ambitions – whether that be at university, in the workplace or in their personal lives.
Asked about his own personal and political ambitions, Mr Goggins said that in terms of his government responsibilities he hoped the peace process in Northern Ireland would finally be concluded and powers over justice and policing handed back; in terms of local ambitions, he still hoped that the Metrolink would be extended to Wythenshawe Town Centre; and in terms of personal ambitions he said he wanted to see Manchester City win the Premiership for the first time.
Asked what he liked most about his job, Mr Goggins said he enjoyed meeting and helping people. He especially enjoyed being back in the constituencies on Fridays, and like today have the chance to visit local schools.
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