Pupils from Castle View School, Canvey took time out from their lessons to find out more about local Government.

In charge - Stacey Munro and Chris Marriott, both 16, were given a tour of the council chamber by mayor Charles Smith Picture: ROBIN WOOSEY

Youngsters from the Meppel Avenue school, took a tour of the Castle Point Council offices led by the borough's mayor Charles Smith and Canvey councillor Ray Howard.

Both men were impressed by the pupil's enthusiasm. Mr Howard said: "The tour was a great success".

Published Thursday, January 23, 2003

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