Issue - meetings

Should the Government introduce a Sugar Tax on soft drinks containing sugar?

Those present took part in a debate as to whether the Government should introduce a Sugar Tax on sugary drinks. The debate also questioned whether a sugar tax should be added to other products such as sweets, chocolate and fruit juice.

Opening speeches were made and arguments for and against were discussed.  After the debate those present were asked to vote and it was agreed that the Government should introduce a sugar tax.

Following the debate those present were asked to decide what the topic of the Big Debate should be at the next meeting of the Youth Cabinet.

The following subjects were suggested:-

1.    Should the school curriculum be reviewed and an alternative offered. Should schools be able to set their own curriculum?

2.    Is there too much homework? Should the amount of homework be regulated?

3.    Should mobile technology be allowed in schools for research purposes?

4.    Should President of the United States, Donald Trump be allowed into Great Britain on a state visit?

The Youth Cabinet held a vote and it was agreed that number 4 would be the next Big Debate topic.