Synopsis:

00.00-04.30
Youth Councillors deal with issues affecting young people. Expected to do something. Jenna, 16, explains how system works in Barnsley. Describes recent history of area, her home life, importance of young people having voice.

04.31-07.16
Problem of access to skate park - Jenna feels not doing her job. Finds approaching lads in park daunting. Young people complain older youths trash play areas. Others say accused of things they haven't done.

07.17-13.29
Jenna gets GCSE results. Talks to youth worker. Plans 'speakout' with youth worker and police. Aiming high. Organises publicity. Nervous about: lack of interest, abuse, brawls.

13.30-17.09
Countdown - police and local councillors involved, venue negotiated, newspapers alerted. Jenna's mum shares thoughts. Jenna explains youth councillor role to college friends. Motivated by helping young people; not the council.

17.10-24.00
'Speakout' - young people participate. Event provides useful insights for local councillors and police. Jenna reports to Youth Council. Police want regular consultation.