In a multi-faith Country we should not be wishing everyone a Merry Christmas but rather we should follow the Americans in wishing Season’s Greetings. Should we be celebrating ‘Christmas’ when most of our population no longer practices Christianity? It is however still a tradition and while we are no longer practicing Christians we still think … Read more
There is no hard evidence that there is “God”, so why do we believe in it? All the Yes points: religion is not necessary All the No points: This is why we believe in God: – Religion gives people a reason to live There is evidence that god exists. religion is not necessary This is … Read more
Despite all the bad press religion gets from militant atheists, organised religion is purely benevolent. Though it has undoubtedly been used as a pretext for many evil deeds throughout history, from the Crusades through to Nick Griffin, this does not mean that religion is malevolent itself (indeed quite the opposite). Furthermore, religions are not opposed … Read more
Surely the ultimate test of freedom is your ability to do whatever you want with your own body. That includes selling your organs if you so wish. All the Yes points: Our organs are our property to sell. Encourages donors. A good last ditch way of getting money. All the No points: opportunity for corruption … Read more
Should religious groups be able to use their own rules instead of the laws of the country they live in? Should exceptions to the national law be made to make room for religious practices? All the Yes points: Religious people have a right to follow their religious beliefs without interference from the govern… Freedom of … Read more
Should only those on the organ donors register be eligible to receive organs in a transplant operation? All the Yes points: This policy will save lives. Under the status quo, people who are willing to donate their organs in… If people expect to receive organs from others, they should be willing to donate theirs. This … Read more
