Birmingham and Edgbaston
Debating Society
A society of those drawn together
by a shared love of debating over 160+ years.
Since 1846, our society has historically drawn Birmingham's 'great and good', with distinguished figures such as Neville and Joseph Chamberlain among our past members.
Briefly About us
Birmingham and Edgbaston
Debating Legacy
Founded 1846, the Birmingham and Edgbaston Debating Society unites those passionate about debate. For over 160 years, prominent members, including figures like Neville Chamberlain, have engaged in discussions on crucial social and political topics. Our extensive archive offers a unique historical perspective.
A Legacy Preserved
Own a Piece of Our History in Print
Own a piece of the Birmingham & Edgbaston Debating Society’s history. Our book offers a captivating journey through our past, preserving the moments and individuals that have defined our commitment to thoughtful discourse since 1846.

Echoes of Past Discussions
Explore our Archive Covering Diverse Topics and Viewpoints.
14th May 2024
First Annual Motor Mouthed Monarch Championship Tournament
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11th April 2024
This house believes that politicians, like formula one drivers should wear their sponsors names on the their suits
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Abstention 1
13th March 2024
This house believes the worst thing your enemy can do is forgive you
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For 6
Against 10
Abstention 3
1st February 2024
Cancelled due to power outage
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10th January 2024
This house believes the great American experiment has failed
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Abstention 1
14th December 2023
This house applauds Waterford for continuing the tradition of Winterval
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Abstention 1
13th September 2023
This house believes that these days it is more useful to teach children Film Criticism than Classic Literature.
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10th May 2023
This house believes if Hitler had died in the trenches of WWI, the events of WWII would still have been much the same.
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13th April 2023
This House believes the world will end before capitalism does.
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For 8
Against 5
Abstention 7
8th March 2023
This House Believes that landlords grow rich in their sleep without working, risking or economising.
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For 8
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Abstention 2
14th May 2024
First Annual Motor Mouthed Monarch Championship Tournament
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For 0
Against 0
Abstention 0
11th April 2024
This house believes that politicians, like formula one drivers should wear their sponsors names on the their suits
Results
For 9
Against 10
Abstention 1
13th March 2024
This house believes the worst thing your enemy can do is forgive you
Results