Pupils from Gwernyfed High School visited the Senedd in Cardiff Bay last week, where they were welcomed by a former pupil who is now a Member of the Senedd.

James Evans MS, who represents Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd for Reform UK, met the group on Wednesday, November 4, during an educational visit to the Welsh Parliament.

The visit gave pupils an opportunity to learn more about how the Senedd operates, how Members are elected and how decisions affecting people across Wales are made.

Mr Evans spoke about his role as an MS and the Welsh Parliament's responsibilities in areas including health and education.

The discussion also covered issues affecting young people, including the debate around mobile phone use in schools.

Mr Evans, who attended Gwernyfed High School himself, said: "It was lovely to welcome pupils from Gwernyfed High School to the Senedd last week.

"Having attended Gwernyfed High myself, it was particularly nice to meet pupils from my old school and have the opportunity to speak with them.

"We had a really good discussion about how the Senedd works, what my role involves and some of the issues affecting young people today, including the debate around mobile phones in schools.

"I think it's really important that young people understand how decisions are made and how those decisions can affect their everyday lives.

"Visits like this are a great opportunity to encourage that interest, and who knows, perhaps some of those pupils could find themselves sitting in the Senedd Chamber one day!"