Each Primary 7 class in the Authority is invited to take part in a debate in the Council Chambers, Eastwood Park. Provost Alastair Carmichael will guide the children in a topical debate of their choice. The classes will learn about Council debating procedures and protocols.
The topics for the classes are
P7a – This house believes that stricter punishment is the solution to the problem of increasing rates of juvenile crime
P7b – This house believes that medicine should be free world wide.
P7c – This house believes that it should be illegal to cycle on the road if you are younger than 16.
P7d – This house believes that nuclear weapons are essential,
Perhaps we have some future politicians in the making!
Primary 7d is on Wednesday 22 Oct 9.45am – 11.45am
Primary 7b is on Friday 24 Oct- 9.45am – 11.45am
Primary 7c is on Monday 27 Oct – 9.45am – 11.45am
Primary 7d is on Friday 31 Oct – 9.45am – 11.45am
- Children will walk to the Council Chambers, through Eastwood Park.
- Full school uniform to be worn (shirt and tie)
- Children will be back in time for lunch