FLINTSHIRE'S first ever Welsh Youth Parliament members have been revealed.

Nia Griffths, Alyn and Deeside, and Thomas Comber, Delyn, were elected on Wednesday in Cardiff.

Voting took place between November 5 and November 25, and the two successful Flintshire candidates will now represent local youngsters nationally at the Welsh Youth Parliament.

The Youth Parliament has been created with the aim of giving young people aged between 11 and 18 more of a voice.

The elected members, who are not attached to a political party, will serve a two year term in office.

Nia Griffiths, whose key issues are tackling inequality, obesity levels and drug use, said: ''I would like to start by expressing how much this opportunity means to me.

''It is vital that we have a say in how our country is run. I am actively involved in a number of groups within my high school and can see the difference it makes to have a voice.

''There are many ways I will consult with the young people in my area. Firstly, I will approach my school to hold assemblies and meetings with my peers.

''I will also reach people through my Guides unit and social media. This will ensure a wide range of young people have their say.''

Thomas Comber, whose key issues are health and wellbeing, education and transport, said: ''I am passionate about the voices of young people being heard in Wales and I am determined to ensure that young have a platform for their voices and that decision makers are held accountable for the services provided to young people.

''I believe that since we are the next generation, it is of the utmost importance that our voices, opinions and questions are heard.''

40 Welsh Youth Parliament members have been elected by a ‘First Past the Post’ system, returning one young person for each electoral constituency in Wales including Alyn & Deeside and Delyn.

A further 20 seats have been elected by ‘partner organisations to ensure the representation of diverse groups of young people.’

Hannah Blythyn AM said: ''Congratulations to Thomas Comber on being elected the first ever Welsh Youth Parliament member for Delyn.

''I look forward to working with Thomas to ensure that the voices of young people from all corners of our community are heard.

''Thank you to all the candidates who stood in this election - you stood on impressive platforms and raised some important issues to take forward.''