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The Big, Big Debate
An audience of 16- and 17-year-olds quiz key politicians and personalities from both campaigns about the issues that matter to them the most. James Cook presents.
One week before Scotland goes to the polls to decide on independence, the BBC invites an audience of 16- and 17-year-old first-time voters to the 12,000-seater SSE Hydro in Glasgow to quiz key politicians and personalities from both campaigns on the issues that matter most to them. James Cook presents.
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Trailer: The Big, Big Debate
Duration: 00:25
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | James Cook |
| Editor | John Mullin |
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