UNA world sports debate takes place tonight

Thursday, 23 April 2015 00:00

The Isle of Man United Nations Association is hosting a panel discussion to address the role of sport in creating opportunities for disadvantaged people.

It's to mark International Day of Sport 2015 - which was celebrated on 6 April.

Tonight, the UNA has arranged a debate to address the role of sport in creating opportunities for people both here and Internationally.

The free event will take place at Ballakermeen High School from 7pm.

Geoff Karran MBE, Dot Tilbury MBE, Lee Holland and Malcolm Blackburn are on the panel.

Secretary Andrew Newton explains why the subject is so important:

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