Cambuslang primary school enjoys visits from Pam Duncan-Glancy MSP
The Glasdow region representative was there for Learning at Work Week.
Youngsters at James Aiton Primary School in Cambuslang enjoyed a visit from an MSP.
Pam Duncan-Glancy, who represents Glasgow region, was there to talk about her role in Holyrood.
As they are currently learning about parliament and elections, the pupils were keen to find out more about day-to-day politics, decision making and what happens behind the scenes as an MSP.
On Learning at Work Week, Duncan-Glancy was quizzed on numerous aspects of her role by children who themselves taught her numerous things during her visit. The MSP noted that Learning at Work Week is a great opportunity to talk to pupils about career-related learning and to reflect on the importance of lifelong learning and personal development in the workplace.
Commenting after the visit, Duncan-Glancy said: 'It was a pleasure to visit James Aiton Primary School this morning.
'It's great to see pupils so engaged as they learn about parliament and elections.
'I was certainly reminded that every day is a school day, with some great questions from the young people'.
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The Glasdow region representative was there for Learning at Work Week. Youngsters at James Aiton Primary School in Cambuslang enjoyed a visit from an MSP. Pam Duncan-Glancy, who represents Glasgow region, was there to talk about her role in Holyrood. As they are currently learning about parliament and elections, the pupils were keen to find out more about day-to-day politics, decision making and what happens behind the scenes as an MSP. On Learning at Work Week, Duncan-Glancy was quizzed on numerous aspects of her role by children who themselves taught her numerous things during her visit. The MSP noted that Learning at Work Week is a great opportunity to talk to pupils about career-related learning and to reflect on the importance of lifelong learning and personal development in the workplace. Commenting after the visit, Duncan-Glancy said: 'It was a pleasure to visit James Aiton Primary School this morning. 'It's great to see pupils so engaged as they learn about parliament and elections. 'I was certainly reminded that every day is a school day, with some great questions from the young people'.
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