THE aftermath of the war in Iraq was discussed by York students and the city's MP Hugh Bayley.

Mr Bayley visited Archbishop Holgate's School to speak to the students about the war and what was to happen in the future.

Mr Bayley also met senior staff at the school during the visit, which was part of the school citizenship curriculum.

He spoke with Year Ten pupils about the role of the Government in post-war reconstruction in Iraq.

Head teacher John Harris said he was very pleased to welcome Mr Bayley to help with the students' citizenship work.

Updated: 10:12 Wednesday, May 07, 2003