PENDLE MP Andrew Stephenson is inviting young people to take part in UK Parliament Week to celebrate the centenary of women getting the right to vote.

He said several events for the week, which last from November 12 to 18, had already been organised in his constituency.

Mr Stephenson said: "As MP for Pendle I welcome the involvement of people across the constituency during UK Parliament Week 2018. I am determined to ensure that our voters and citizens of tomorrow understand how vital their participation is in our democracy, and I’m excited to see so many schools, Girlguides, Scouts and local groups taking part.”