Festival of Politics
The Festival of Politics returns on Wednesday 10 October 2018 for more debate, music and film!
About Festival of Politics
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Enjoy a lively selection of debate, film, music, food and exhibitions all within in the uniquely vibrant and stimulating setting of Holyrood.
We look forward to welcoming you here at the Scottish Parliament for three days of stimulating political debate and conversation.
We’ve announced this year’s 6 headline acts – Rt Hon Lord Michael Heseltine, Dame Margaret Hodge MP, Ben Okri, Darren McGarvey aka Loki, Professor Mary Beard and Sir Tom Devine OBE.
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