Upcoming Debate on the UK in the EU
I have a debate coming up later this month. As many of you may know, especially those British readers bombarded with stuff in the UK media, the UK will be undergoing a referendum in June to advise the government on the people's opinion as to whether or not they fancy leaving the European Union and striking out on their own.
I will be on the panel of six people, and will be arguing that, on balance, we should stay. I would have written more on this topic, from a philosophical point of view, but want to leave that until after the debate.
The debate will be hosted by the Dorset Humanists and will take place in Bournemouth, UK, on 23rd May. If you are local, pop down!
Here is the poster:
Details are:
Wednesday 25th May 7.30pm
The Green House Hotel, 4 Grove Road, Bournemouth BH1 3AX
Humanism shares many values with theEuropean Union (EU) such as liberty, equality, human rights, democracy, the rule of law, economic prosperity, and peace. But are these values best served as a member of, or outside of the EU, and should humanists adopt a view based on national self-interest or a broader set of supranational objectives?
To discuss these issues from a humanist perspective we bring together a diverse range of views from within our own membership and from the wider humanist community. Our panel will include a published philosopher, a member of the British Psychological Society, a Polish lawyer who immigrated to the UK, an ex-UKIP member, and a Labour Party economist.
Some of our panellists will argue to remain in the EU and others will argue to leave, but they will all strive to present a rational and humanistic analysis of one of the biggest decisions facing the British electorate in recent history.
“Join us for this lively debate on Britain’s future relationship with Europe”
Free entry (donations appreciated). Everyone welcome!
(The Green House Hotel can also be accessed via its rear entrance in Gervis Road. The hotel has a small onsite car park, and roadside parking is also available in Gervis Road).
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