In previous years we have been able to host teams variously from Czechia, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Slovenia,
\nSpain, and the USA, and this year there is promise of 30 teams from all over the world.
\nDebating will take place every day followed by a programme of visits and receptions. All accommodation will
\nbe in the Maritim Hotel, situated right at the centre of Stuttgart offering a wide range of facilities and easy access
\nto the Swabian capital\u2019s cultural highlights.
\nThe Quarter-Finals will take place at
\nLandtag von Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg \u2013 Wilhelms-Palais \u2013 Haus der Geschichte \u2013
\nAltes Schloss on
\nWednesday, 18th February, from 3 pm till 4 pm.
\nThe Grand Final will be held at
\nLiederhalle, Mozartsaal, at 5 pm on Friday, 20th February.
\nThe format will be WSDC parliamentary, with points of information and with no cross-examination. Length of
\nspeeches will be eight minutes.
\nAs our funding is still very hazardous, we would be very glad if you would give a small donation to the
\nDebating Society Germany, BLZ 600 501 01 LB-BW, A\/C no. 8204664.
\nPlease let us know whether you will come, with how many people, and what probable age groups. Please
\nmail answers directly to hoeness@schoolsdebate.de.
\nWith best wishes,
\nAngelika Hoeness<\/p>\n