This week, Debate Night comes from Galashiels

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The panel took questions on Rishi Sunak listing Scottish nationalism in a 'threats to the UK' speech, the national housing crisis and violence in schools

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“I’d love us to think… about why we are sending kids to school before they even have the ability to sit still”

Journalist Lesley Riddoch says Scottish school starts “too young” and advocates for a “kindergarten stage” until age 6 or 7

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“You can be out of school before you get the assistance and the support in the classroom that you need”

Scottish Conservatives’ Edward Mountain says classrooms have been “stripped” of their support staff, and says there is 'a huge amount to do'

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“It’s a sink or swim situation for these children”

This #bbcdn audience member stresses the lack of funding in education, teaching and additional support learning for pupils and says teachers do not have the “correct support”

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“At the heart of this is Covid. I think Covid is such a huge disruptor to children’s education”

The SNP’s Pete Wishart says people must “be patient” for action against increasing violence in schools, and it is good the issue has “more awareness”

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Teachers speak out over rising pupil violence #bbcdn

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“We need to encourage private developers to come in and build”

Scottish Conservatives’ Edward Mountain says a “joint effort” is needed between the government, private investors, and private landlords for a “complete revamp” of the housing system

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“This problem is multifactorial. We can’t just look at it from one-dimension”

Journalist heatherdewar says factors such as the cost of living mean adults cannot afford housing, and the focus should be on solving these issues before house building

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“We have words. We need action. I’m a great believer that we have to build our way out of this crisis”

Scottish Labour’s Monica Lennon MSP says the planning system for housing should be “resourced” to help alleviate the housing crisis

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Scottish government to declare national housing emergency #bbcdn

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Our second question tonight #bbcdn