THW ban the use of facial recognition technology in public spaces. (technology)
Government 1.50
Opposition 1.50
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.66
Closing 1.34
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1.64
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Round 2
THR the rise of Elitism. (elitism)
Government 1.43
Opposition 1.57
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.45
Closing 1.55
Average Points per half
1.36
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Round 3
Automation is rapidly replacing human labor in various industries. THP a world where all jobs are fully automated. (Automation)
Government 1.39
Opposition 1.61
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.64
Closing 1.36
Average Points per half
1.45
1.82
1.32
1.41
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Round 4
THBT governments should prioritize space exploration over addressing climate change. (Climate Change)
Government 1.41
Opposition 1.59
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.57
Closing 1.43
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1.50
1.64
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Round 5
THS the use of artificial intelligence in creative industries (Technology)
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AI is increasingly used in music , art and writing , for example AI applications are being used to simulate melodies or chat gp+ for assignments.
Government 1.50
Opposition 1.50
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.57
Closing 1.43
Average Points per half
1.50
1.64
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Round 6
THO the use of standardised testing in education (Education)
Government 1.27
Opposition 1.73
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.57
Closing 1.43
Average Points per half
1.45
1.68
1.09
1.77
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Round 7
THW impose a global Tax on carbon emissions (Taxation)
Government 1.39
Opposition 1.61
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.30
Closing 1.70
Average Points per half
1.18
1.41
1.59
1.82
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Round 8
THR the commodification of mental health (Health)
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Mental Health has become a major focus in marketing , self-help and wellness industries.
Government 1.27
Opposition 1.73
Average Points per bench
Opening 1.64
Closing 1.36
Average Points per half
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Open Quarterfinal
THS the use of genetic engineering to enhance human capabilities (Technology)
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Novice Pre-Finals
THBT schools should prioritize teaching practical life skills over traditional academic subjects (Education)
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Practical life skills include financial literacy , communication and emotional intelligence. Traditional academic subjects are the usual professional career subjects taught in institutions
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ESL Finals
THP a world where everyone speaks the same language . (universal language)
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A Universal language could simplify communication and reduce misunderstandings
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Open Semifinal
THO the use of economic sanctions as a tool of foreign policy (politics)
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Economic sanctions are often used to pressure governments to change their behavior.
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Novice Finals
THW abolish the monarchy in all countries where it still exists (mornachy)
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Open Grand Final
THBT the pursuit of economic growth is incompatible with environmental sustainability (environment)