UoP Debate Society

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UoP Debate Society Welcome to the official University of Portsmouth Debate Society page, where you can find all the latest Debate Society information and events.

Follow us on Instagram: We are a friendly group that despite our purpose, don't let politics get in the way of making friends and letting your voice be heard. We encourage all members to get involved so if you have an idea about what to discuss then don't hesitate to ask we want different views. Debates can range from deep philosophical discussion to simple opinion based ideas. We hold regular debates on a range of current topical issues in a Question Time format means that the audience is one of the biggest contributors to our debates. Not only that, we have Speed Debating throughout the year as well as a variety of socials throughout the year and one after every Friday debate too! So far this year we have covered a diverse range of issues including the Racism, The Royal Family, The Economy, Religion and Terrorism, amongst other debates!

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ANNOUNCEMENT ‼️‼️Next weeks debate is scheduled already for Monday the 12th of October, again in the Anglsea courtroom a...
06/10/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT ‼️‼️

Next weeks debate is scheduled already for Monday the 12th of October, again in the Anglsea courtroom at 6pm.

This weeks, rather topical motion:

This house supports Scottish Independence.

We hope to see as many of you there as possible! Have a good week and see you all next Monday.

Song again picked by the winning team of yesterday’s debate.

ANNOUNCEMENT ‼️‼️Next weeks debate is scheduled already for Monday the 5th of October, again in the Anglsea courtroom at...
28/09/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT ‼️‼️

Next weeks debate is scheduled already for Monday the 5th of October, again in the Anglsea courtroom at 6pm.

This weeks motion:

This house believes that Artificial Intelligence will be a net positive by 2030.

We hope to see as many of you there as possible! Have a good week and see you all next Monday.

Note: Song picked by this weeks winning team.

Hello Everyone, Was great to see everyone on Wednesday at our taster and to get to know some of you, and to warm you up ...
26/09/2026

Hello Everyone,

Was great to see everyone on Wednesday at our taster and to get to know some of you, and to warm you up to making arguments before a crowd.

Sorry for the delay in posting but we can now announce that our first debate of the year will be held on Monday, 28th of September, from 6-8pm.

It will be in the mock courtroom in the Anglesea building, on the first floor.

Topic: This house would bring back the Death Penalty.

Sides will be allocated on arrival, and a refresher of the format and rules given for anyone who missed the taster session today.

ANNOUNCEMENT FRESHERS AND PAST MEMBERS❗️❗️❗️Join us for our taster session on Wednesday the 23rd of September, from 2-4p...
18/09/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT FRESHERS AND PAST MEMBERS❗️❗️❗️

Join us for our taster session on Wednesday the 23rd of September, from 2-4pm. It is to be held in ‘The Space’ in the Neptune building.

There we will make our introductions, explain to you the way in which we operate, and play a debating game, perfect for warming this who have never Debated before.

We will there also announce our first formal debate motion of the year, when it will be held, and where.

Join our WhatsApp via our Bio to learn more.

Join our new Society WhatsApp community! Made for the academic tear 2026/27. Join vis link in bio. Use to discuss with f...
16/09/2026

Join our new Society WhatsApp community! Made for the academic tear 2026/27. Join vis link in bio.

Use to discuss with fellow society members, our committee, and keep up to date on announcements for motions, socials, and other events (such as collaborations!).

We had a great time speaking to you all at freshers fayre, and of course catching up with our friends on other committee...
16/09/2026

We had a great time speaking to you all at freshers fayre, and of course catching up with our friends on other committees. Not to mention the brief appearance of the Lord Mayor.

We hope we can see as many of you as possible at our taster session next Wednesday the 23rd of September, 2-4pm in the Space, Neptune Building.

Join us on Wednesday the 18th of March for our collaboration with UoP Conservative Society to debate Inheritance Tax. An...
14/03/2026

Join us on Wednesday the 18th of March for our collaboration with UoP Conservative Society to debate Inheritance Tax.

Anglsea Mock courtroom, first floor.

Participation encouraged but not required. Hope so see as many of you there as possible.

Finale debate of the year!!!!!!!!!.
12/12/2025

Finale debate of the year!!!!!!!!!.

Join is for our penultimate debate of the semester. Anglesea Mock Courtroom, Wednesday at 3pm. This Weeks Motion: Ukrain...
06/12/2025

Join is for our penultimate debate of the semester.

Anglesea Mock Courtroom, Wednesday at 3pm.

This Weeks Motion: Ukrainian Sovereignty is more important than Peace.

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University Of Portsmouth Students Union
Portsmouth

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7pm - 8:30pm

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