The 20 young people aged 13 to 16 were chosen by youth workers in their areas to represent ethnic minorities, young people with disabilities, asylum seekers and Travellers. They were due to take part in a two-day workshop today and tomorrow, including a mock select committee meeting in Westminster's Portcullis House with work and welfare reform minister Jim Murphy. They will also build a bridge from bricks decorated with symbols, words and phrases illustrating how barriers that prevent children breaking out of poverty can be broken down, and create a video diary.
Murphy said: "I've invited this group of young people to come and tell me what they think. I want to know their experiences of poverty. It is vital that we listen to the views of young people and make sure they have an input."
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