Supported by others on the county council's youth and community team, McGurrin submitted a file of evidence to the Assembly of European Regions for the competition and heard about their success in July. The assembly named Lancashire top dog in the continent because of its approach to involving young people in local democracy.
McGurrin's part in securing the title, which saw Lancashire overcome more than 40 entrants, is founded on getting young people involved and documenting a new attitude among council staff.
The 24-year-old joined the team at Lancashire County Council earlier this year while carrying out a Masters in youth and community work, with a focus on young people and political behaviour. Her brief on the secondment was compiling the assembly bid, a submission that encompassed information on geography, demographics, social deprivation, youth provision and proof of a commitment to involving young people in key decisions. Part of the submission was made by Lancashire Youth Council (see panel).
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