Debating Matters

BRGS Regional Finalists participated in the Debating Matters NW Competition at Manchester Metropolitan University.  The debates focused on:

• The UK should introduce a levy on sugary drinks.
• The UK should renew Trident.
• Britan should pay reparations for its role in the slave trade.
• It is wrong for countries to offer tax incentives to attract investment.

The team consisted of Will Moppett, Tara Morony, Ahmed Kouta, Josh Smith, Ben Donaldson and Aravind Narayan.

Emma Gauntlett who leads debating at BRGS said:  “Debating Matters facilitates students grappling with some of the difficult issues facing society today.  The competition format allows for significant interaction with students thinking on their feet whilst having their arguments tested by experts in the field.  A fantastic learning experience for all whether as a participator, judge or audience member.”

The winning team on the day after some strong debates was from Hutton Grammar School, the National Champions in 2014/5.  We wish them every success in the Final in London in July.