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Programme - Saturday 23 August 2008
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| Climate Change: Young People's Perspectives The young people of today are set to be the first generation to bear the full brunt of the impacts of climate change. But what do our young people think about the issue? Following their participation in a residential weekend, focusing on the climate change debate, children from across Scotland present their contributions to both the public and key decision makers. Come and hear the outcomes from this ground-breaking project. This event is brought to the Festival by Children in Scotland and WWF Scotland, is delivered by the Children's Parliament, and supported by The Scottish Government and Scotland's Commissioner for Children and Young People. |
12.30 (13.30) Committee Room 3 |
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Youth Politics Festival What's the most important global issue for young people in Scotland today? Human rights? Poverty? Climate change? Are you between 16 and 25 and want your opinions heard? Then come along to this unique event, make your views known and tell the Scottish Parliament what you think. This isn't for those who want to sit quietly and just listen to politicians - your participation is essential! Look out for e-voting, planning a petition to Parliament, speed info-dating, satellite link-up with young people in other locations, and a special celebrity Big Brother guest speaker. In association with The Carnegie Festival, YouthLink Scotland, Scottish Youth Parliament , Scotland 's Commissioner for Children and Young People, and Young Scot. |
11:00 ( 16:00 ) Committee Room 1 and Carnegie College Conference Centre, Dunfermline |
FREE. People aged 16-25 contact info@carnegiefestival.com to attend |
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Unjust Rewards? Guardian journalists Polly Toynbee and David Walker explore the issue of social inequality in the UK , a subject covered in their recently published book Unjust Rewards - Exposing Greed and Inequality in Britain Today . In 21st century Britain , is it acceptable that millions of people still live below the poverty line, whilst a small percentage of our population earn annual salaries of hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of pounds? |
13.00 (14.00) Main Chamber |
£6.00 (£3.50) |
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Moving Portraits Photojournalism often captures a dramatic moment, conveying the intense feelings and situations experienced by the people seen through the lens. Yet more traditional portraits can be equally powerful in their representation of society, politics and the influence these have. Winner of the 2008 World Press Photograph competition Portraits category Platon discusses the political and social resonance of his work, and how he captures his award-winning images. |
16.30 (17.30) Committee Room 1 |
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Small States - the Age of Liberation? In recent years all modern empires and most multi-national states have dissolved into their component parts. In Europe many previously submerged small nations have recovered independence. Their smallness potentially makes them more democratically responsive to their electorate and rapidly adaptable to changing conditions in the globalised world. Are these small states now among the most prosperous and contented of all countries, and is their example one Scotland might follow? Consider these questions with Paul Scott , former diplomat and well-known writer on Scottish history, culture and affairs. |
16.30 (17.30) Committee Room 3 |
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Politics - a Funny Old Business? Mark Thomas in Conversation He holds the world record for the largest number of lone demonstrations held in a 24 hour period within the restricted protest area surrounding the Houses of Parliament. He once performed his TV show in front of a backdrop of plans of the MI6 Headquarters, to highlight freedom of information issues. Yet he has also been commended by a House of Commons Committee for his work exposing overseas weapon exports. Join Mark Thomas as he discusses the issues that are important to him and how he uses comedy and other non-conventional methods to make serious political points and to empower people. |
17.00 (18.00) Main Chamber |
£6.00 (£3.50) |
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