When Citizenship students were asked to find out how to contact their MP as part of their course, they decided to invite him to meet the class.

To their surprise, not only did Local MP, Michael Foster accept their invitation, but also invited them to visit The Houses of Parliament in December.

In an exclusive Q&A on Friday 16th October, students from all over the world gave local MP, Michael Foster, a warm welcome.

Several wore traditional costume to the meeting, in which they raised questions on immigration, education and crime.

Anna Kerekanikova from Slovakia said, 'It was great - the students know now that if they need help or if something happens to them, Mr Foster will do what he can to support them. It makes us feel more secure about our lives here that we know we can't be abused because we are not British.'

Otto Haas, who runs the course said 'This was a unique opportunity for students to meet and question a Member of Parliament about democracy, government, parliament and citizenship and gain an insight into the parliamentary system in the UK'.

Mr Foster said: 'I thought your students were well motivated and asked lots of good questions'.