HeadsUp debate 20 April - 8 May
HeadsUp users will be discussing sustainable transport, how the economy will affect travel, a third runway at Heathrow and safety of public transport - amongst other issues around transport. The forum runs from 20 April - 8 May. Visit HeadsUp now!
HeadsUp is an online forum for debate about the key political issues where young people and politicians can come together to listen and learn from one another. The forums give under 18's a unique chance to get their voices heard by decision-makers and feed into policies that effect them. Each forum runs for 3 weeks and is supported by a wealth of information about each topic as well as teacher's notes and activities that will help young people get the most out of the debates and improve their knowledge of the issues and political process.
For young people, teachers, youth workers and politicians interested in getting involved please email Beccy Allen, HeadsUp Project Manager at r.allen@hansard.lse.ac.uk
Some of the key decision-makers taking part include:
- Stephen Hammond MP, Conservative Shadow Minister for Transport,
- Norman Baker MP, Liberal Democrat Shadow Secretary of State for Transport,
- Lord Faulkner of Worcester, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Sustainable Aviation Group,
- Paul Rowen MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Light Rail,
- Robert Gifford, Executive Director of the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety.
The key issues to be discussed are:
Airport Expansion
– Do we really need bigger airports or should we put more money into
the rail network? Is a third runway at Heathrow a ‘necessary evil’?
Climate Change – Is enough being invested in greener transport? Will technology save the day?
Transport and You – What is the right age to learn to drive? What are the problems with public transport where you live? How safe do you feel?
The Economy
– Is enough money spent on public transport and do we get value for
money? Will the credit crunch force people into making greener travel
choices?