The Attorney General and MP for Banbury has visited a school in the town to share what a career in politics can be like.

North Oxfordshire Academy students and staff welcomed Victoria Prentis, showing her around the school, and taking the opportunity to ask her about being an MP and her role in the Cabinet.

Year 10 student, Beckie Ratledge, said: "The meeting with Victoria was very insightful and helpful as it allowed me to understand different ways to get into politics, law and journalism.

"It also helped me understand what exactly her role was in our Government and how she helps the local community."

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George Boland, a Year 11 student, added: "I thought it was a great experience and an amazing opportunity to speak to the local MP of Banbury."

Interim principal, Ellie Jacobs said: "All of us at North Oxfordshire Academy were thrilled to welcome Victoria Prentis MP to our school.

"Students really enjoyed her visit and asked thoughtful, interesting questions about her role both as local MP and Attorney General.

"I would like to thank Victoria for her time and generosity and for providing us all with a fascinating insight into life in Parliament."

Ms Prentis listened to students talk about their career aspirations, with many of them expressing an interest in a law career, as she shared experiences of her legal career.