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Radio 4,03 Feb 2021,14 mins

Episode 4

Steelmanning

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Timandra Harkness tries to test her views by steelplating the arguments of her opponents on a range of controversial topics. Each week, she will debate a subject with a different sparring partner, who will receive coaching to fortify their case. In this episode, Timandra meets Alun Michael, Police and Crime Commissioner of South Wales to debate the use of facial recognition technology. Other contributors include the Chair of the Oakland Privacy Campaign, Brian Hofer. Producer: Peter Snowdon

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