Stephen Metaclfe, local MP
for South Basildon and East Thurrock has championed the positive impact of the
National Citizen Service (NCS) after visiting a local program yesterday.
Mr Metcalfe joined the NCS
team and young people at Stubbers activity centre, Upminster, the local
delivery centre for South Basildon and East Thurrock. The MP had the
opportunity to observe some first aid training and kayaking, and to talk to the
young people and staff about their experiences of NCS. The MP was also joined
by NCS Ambassadors and YouTube sensations, Caspar Lee and Marcus Butler.
NCS provide once in a
lifetime opportunities for 16 and 17 year olds from all backgrounds. Throughout
the program, young people develop key skills and the self belief needed to
unlock their potential and make a positive impact in their local communities.
The program, which lasts
several weeks, includes outdoor challenges, a one week residential stay away
from home and a social action project designed and implemented by the
participants themselves.
Mr Metcalfe commented:
“Having been involved in promoting NCS to my constituents, it was fantastic to
see the program in action. It combines some great activities with practical
life skills and offers young people a real chance to make a difference and
impact their communities.”
“I spoke to a number of local
participants who had nothing but positive things to say about NCS. It has made
a real difference to their lives and given them skills, confidence and
friendships that they can take forward.”
NCS
runs programs over several weeks out of school time in spring, summer, or
autumn. For further information visit www.ncsyes.co.uk,
call 0845 460 7410, email ncs.east@reed.co.uk
or find "NCS East" on Facebook and Twitter.
Mr Metcalfe added: “I will
continue to support NCS in whatever way I can and I hope that 16 and 17 year
olds from across South Basildon and East Thurrock will make the most of this
brilliant opportunity!”
