The purpose of this Group is to stimulate members to think about interesting issues and to have fun debating arguments with others in a safe environment.
The group is run along the lines of a traditional debating society. We choose a motion for each meeting. One person is nominated to propose the motion and one to oppose it. (If numbers permit, seconders might also be nominated). A third person is also nominated to preside as 'Speaker' to control the debate. After opening arguments that are subject to strict time limits, the debate is opened to speakers from the 'floor' and at the conclusion of the debate a vote is taken.
The Group offers a stimulating and challenging experience where members may even find themselves marshalling arguments for motions with which they disagree! We meet at 2pm on the third Wednesday each month.
We currently have vacancies.
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