Former parliamentarian impressed with participants of Youth Parliament

Former parliamentarian Elford Henry has commending the efforts of the young people who took part in the Commonwealth Day Youth Parliament this week.

Henry, who has been a member of parliament for the Wesley constituency for over 10 years, says he was surprised at the extent of work that the students had done to prepare for the event.

“I listened to the debate and I was so very impressed. In fact I was even surprised. I am sure all Dominicans will feel that they stand as a great future for Dominica,” he said.

According to Henry, the youth gave him great hope for the country’s future.

“I was happy that the prime minister and other members of government were present to personally encourage them and that struck a very important note,” he said.

Henry said other young person’s should be encouraged to follow the lead of those who participated in the event.

– DNO Correspondent

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3 Comments

  1. shut up go rest
    March 19, 2010

    Shut up go rest
    shut up go rest
    shut up go rest
    shut up go rest

  2. @Go Rest
    March 19, 2010

    You need to Give It A Rest.

  3. Go Rest
    March 18, 2010

    Elford is just doing what he has to do to ensure he maintains a salary. This man contributes squart to his community but is always ready to go on the media to praise DLP initiatives. Please.

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