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Event update: 28 May debate now on 17 June

Photograph of the Debate Chamber from the late 19th Century
Photograph of the Debate Chamber from the late 19th Century

The Fifth Week debate, ‘This House Believes the West is right to be Suspicious of Islam’ postponed from 28 May is now confirmed for 17 June.

Confirmed speakers for the debate are Michael Doward, Abdullah al Andalusi, Jacob Rees-Mogg, Jonathan Sacerdoti, Laurence Fox, and Tommy Robinson.

We are grateful to our local partners and stakeholders for their continued support and engagement in the planning of this event. 

 

Note: This news article was updated 10/6/26 to include the addition of Michael Doward and Jonathan Sacerdoti.

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