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David Ward MP invites Bradford’s future business leaders to Parliament
July 17, 2012 11:06 AM
David Ward MP met 
the winners of Market Challenge, a 'Dragon's Den'-style business competition for young entrepreneurs.
The 22 visitors came from the Lees Primary, St Cuthbert and the First Martyrs, and Oxenhope Schools to join David for a tour of Parliament and Q and A session, and watch a parliamentary debate.
They won the competition by creating original products, ranging from pots made from recycled material to chocolates and bee hive candles, which they pitched to 'Dragons' from the Bradford business community. The most impressive teams were given £100 of funding to develop their ideas and sell their goods at a market, and prizes were awarded for the most innovative products, best marketing strategy, and most profitable team.
Commenting, David Ward MP said:
"It was a pleasure to meet these impressive young people. They asked thoughtful questions and have created some really innovative products.
"As a member of the Business, Innovation and Skills Select Committee, it is exciting to see our young people developing into Bradford's next generation of entrepreneurs. I am sure they can create the wealth and jobs the city needs in the future.
"The Market Challenge competition is a fantastic opportunity for Bradford to show off what its young people can achieve, and I can't wait to meet the next group of winners."