Bath MP Encourages Political Participation From Young People in Radio Bath Interview

26 February 2024

On 23rd February Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, visited Radio Bath for an interview on their program, POV.

Radio Bath is a volunteer radio station serving Bath, North East Somerset, and West Wiltshire. With a diverse range of programming, Radio Bath aims to inform, entertain, and inspire its listeners while fostering community engagement and dialogue. The founders are committed to donating any surplus to local charities.

The interview, hosted by the dynamic duo Luci and Johanna, was part of Radio Bath's program "POV" (Point of View), centred on unpacking political complexities and connecting them with everyday life and pop culture. During the interview, Luci and Johanna delved into various aspects of Wera Hobhouse's role as an MP, providing insight into her daily tasks, decision-making processes, challenges, and upcoming engagements.

They covered topics ranging from the U.K.’s democracy, the lawmaking process to the everyday implications of past and present political decision making.

Reflecting on the experience, Luci remarked, "It was fantastic to have Wera on the show. It is so important for young people to hear from their MP and engage with political issues”

Wera Hobhouse, Liberal Democrat MP for Bath, commented:

"I am honoured to have been invited as a guest for POV. As an MP, it is so important for me to connect with the next generation, to listen to their concerns and aspirations, and to ensure their voices are heard in our political discourse. Thank you to Johanna, Luci and the whole team at Radio Bath for bringing entertainment to politics!"