Some months ago we wrote to all 6 secondary schools saying we were keen to engage in any discussions or events around the independence referendum but to date we’ve had no reply. It was therefore a surprise to learn that the topic for the debate competition was the referendum, and a further surprise that it was to be chaired by a Labour MP.
We have since spoken with the local authority’s head of education who insists the MP was the “host” and not the chair. Even so, how odd to choose to a politician to host a debate on a hot political topic.
Scottish Greens campaigned strongly for votes at 16, and we believe young people should have access to a wide a range of information ahead of September’s vote. If school classes or other groups of young people want to hear why we support a Yes vote we’re happy to visit and talk.
You can also chat to us on Twitter at @elothiangreens and here are great stories from Greens such as singer-songwriter Karine Polwart, former athlete Alison Johnstone and E-Politician of the Year Patrick Harvie.
In fact, Alison Johnstone, MSP for Lothian, will be speaking in Dunbar at the Bleachingfield on the evening of 17 April. Do come along and hear a fresh voice on this vital subject.
