Guest Speaker debate, Edinburgh, October 2009

Motion: 'This house believes that trainees are there to be exploited.'

A passionate and informed debate, with some light-hearted moments, saw some of Scotland's leading figures tackle a subject much discussed in times of recession and cut backs. 

Speaking for the proposition: Gary McAteer, Solicitor Advocate, Beltrami & Co; Calum MacNeill QC, Westwater Advocates; Dave Massaro, Trainee, HBJ Gately Wareing

Speaking for the opposition: Mike Dailly, Solicitor, Govan Law Centre; Iain Mitchell QC, Murray Stable; Barney Ross, Trainee, Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.

The debate was chaired by Sheriff Deirdre MacNeill QC. 

For press coverage of the event, click here.