Updated 15 April 2003, 15.38

Debra Shipley is most concerned about very young kids watching pre-school television.

She reckons they nag their mums and dads into buying things like sweets and burgers - and eating too much stuff like that could cause health problems in the future.

What do you reckon?

Name:
Ann McKechin
Age:
41
Where are you from?
Paisley, Scotland - I am one of three women MPs who come from the town. I now live in Glasgow.
Party:
Labour
School nickname:
Val (after Blue Peter's Valerie Singleton because I was often cutting out paper and sticking it into books).
Greatest achievement:
Being part of the Jubilee 2000 campaign which led to substantial cuts in Third World debt and put the problems of the world's poorest people on the top of the political agenda.
Inspiration:
Nelson Mandela - his incredible bravery, intelligence and honesty shows that politicians can make a real difference for good in the world.
Last movie I saw:
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and I really enjoyed it!
Football team:
Partick Thistle, of course, who are based in my constituency.
MP I admire:
A Northern Ireland MP called John Hume - he has never held government office but has devoted his life in the cause of peace and achieved a huge amount for the people of Northern Ireland.
Were you interested in politics as a child?
Yes, my Dad was a local councillor throughout my childhood and his experience really showed me that politics can be exciting and important. I started delivering leaflets from the age of nine and got hooked!
Why does politics matter?
It changes the way we lead our lives and protects our freedoms - but we all have a part to play which is why voting is so important.
Job before becoming an MP?
I was a solicitor in Glasgow.
What one thing would you change tomorrow?
Cancel Third World debt and give the poorest countries the chance to provide free schools and medical services for everyone.

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