A political hustings tackling issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community is taking place in central Birmingham this week.
As the General Election approaches, ‘Queer Question Time’ returns once again, with members of the public putting their questions to representatives of all the major political parties.
The event – which follows the format of the popular BBC programme and has taken place in the run up to the last five general elections – will be held at The Loft in Birmingham city centre.
With MP candidates from the Labour, Conservative, Lib Dem, Green and Brexit parties confirmed to attend, a lively debate and discussion is expected as topical concerns about equality education, homophobia, representation, the NHS and Brexit will no doubt be raised.
Steve Ball, who will be chairing proceedings, said:
“Queer Question Time provides an excellent opportunity for the LGBT community to engage with what is likely to be the most important and unpredictable general election for a generation. Politicians of all parties are accountable to the electorate and this is our opportunity to make sure that the LGBT voice is heard. ”
Who’s on the panel?
Andrew Mitchell
Birmingham Sutton Coldfield candidate | Conservative
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Shabana Mahmood
Birmingham Ladywood candidate | Labour
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Lee Dargue
Birmingham Ladywood candidate | Lib Dem
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Kefentse Dennis
Birmingham Perry Barr candidate | Green
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Brexit Party
Panellist to be announced
Queer Question Time takes place on Wednesday 4th December at 7pm at The Loft, 143 Bromsgrove Street, Birmingham B5 6RG.