Visit Parliament
General Information
The Youth Parliament is open to visitors all year round from Monday to Friday.
Visitors are welcome to watch proceedings from the public gallery. The gallery is usually open to the public from Tuesday to Friday when the House sits. You can, on most days, just turn up and wait for entry to the public gallery on the day.
No Advance Permission Needed
It is not necessary for individuals who wish to observe the proceedings of Parliament to seek advance permission in writing. Individual visitors are just required to come with some form of identification (Passport, National ID, etc.). After passing through the security screens, they are allowed in.
However, those who wish to visit Parliament in groups or to embark on educational tours are required to put their request in writing to the Director of Public Engagement or complete this Online Application Form below.
There is adequate vehicle parking space for visitors in front of the main entrance to Parliament.
Rules for Observing Debates
Visitors are only allowed to observe the proceedings in the chamber. They are strictly prohibited from involving themselves in the business of the chamber by means of:
- Loud commentary
- Clapping or cheering
- Demonstrations
- Unruly behaviour
Important Regulations:
- Photographs & Electronics: Photographs may not be taken without permission. All packages, binoculars, photographic equipment, recording equipment, and other electronic devices must be checked in at the entry point. Cellular phones must be switched off.
- Dress Code: Visitors are required to dress formally and in a manner befitting the dignity of the House.
- Conduct: Visitors are to refrain from any actions which may interrupt proceedings. Visitors must stand each time the Speaker's procession enters or leaves the chamber.
- Security Compliance: Visitors must abide by any instructions given by the gallery attendants, the Speaker, or security personnel.
Failure to observe these conditions may result in the removal of the visitor(s) from the gallery and referral of the incident to police investigation.
Apply as a Group
Schools, organizations, and groups must apply in advance. Please fill out the form below.