In 2022 Antony started his 'Westminster Coach Trips', so that people from across Burnley and Padiham could travel to Westminster and see the Houses of Parliament.
There are typically 40 places on each trip, due to the size of the coach, and these are offered on a first come first serve basis.
During the visit Antony leads a tour of Parliament showing everything from Westminster Hall and Central Lobby where the news cameras are, to the House of Commons and House of Lords chambers (providing the Houses aren't sitting). There is also a Q&A in one of the famous committee rooms, where you can ask questions about how Parliament works, what it's like being an MP, or on any policy issue you're interested in.
Before coming in to Parliament there's also time to get a bite to eat in the Parliamentary cafe, visit Westminster Abbey, or take a walk down Whitehall to see Downing Street, the National Cenotaph and a range of Government Departments.
The tour is totally free of charge. Travel costs are around £40 per person which covers the coach down to Westminster and back.
Antony wants to get as many people down to Westminster as possible. If you feel that you cannot afford the cost of the trip but would still like to attend, please email antony.higginbotham.mp@parliament.uk or call 01282 969377 and we will try to get this arranged.
