Debating Matters seeks to offers a fresh, accessible and engaging format for debating contemporary issues. The competition has been successfully pioneering a format for debate that takes ideas, argument and young people seriously. The focus is on content and substance over style, encouraging young people to engage in an intelligent contest of ideas and holding up their ideas to critical scrutiny.

Regional Sponsors 2010/11

                   
The 2010/11 competition see us enter our seventh year as a national competition, and this year we’re delighted to be able to include schools from Northern Ireland in the competition.

The entry deadline for this autumn’s Qualifying Rounds has now passed, but we do still have limited availability in some regions - see the Applications page for more information.

For a full list of Qualifying Rounds by region, see latest news story about the events.

FURTHER HELP

To find out more about Debating Matters see our Taking Part section, or to talk to someone about the competition contact Justine Brian on 020 7269 9233.

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