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Welcome to HeadsUp
What's HeadsUp all about?
HeadsUp is a place where young people can debate political issues and current affairs. But it's not just about talking, it's about getting something done.
The debates involve the UK's top decision-makers from parliament and government who want to understand the views and experiences of young Britain.
Every debate is supported by background information, quizzes, online polls and can be used inside or outside of school.
The site is looked after by the independent Hansard Society with sponsorship for the 2008 - 09 academic year from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and the House of Commons.
Reactions to HeadsUp
Check out the positive reactions to HeadsUp from young people, MPs and teachers. Read all about it here: HeadsUp feedback
Features
Posts Mean Prizes!!!
New for 2008/09 is the HeadsUp Top Poster Award. It means that the HeadsUp user we judge to have made the biggest impact on the forum will get their choice of a £25 gift voucher from a wide range of popular shops.
It's not just about the sheer amount of posts but about the quality and creativity of the posts as well as good interaction with other users. For full details of the prize options and the criteria we will judge the award by please click here.
Want to Print and Go?
Do you want all the backup information as a word document to prepare your students offline before the forum? Click here for all the facts and figures about immigration in easy to use Word docs.
HeadsUp Evaluation Report 2006-2007
The HeadsUp Evaluation Report (PDF, 313KB) covers 2006 - 2007 and examined all aspects of the website from the perspective of young people, teachers and legislators.
Log in to create your HeadsUp character, cast your vote in the latest poll and get into the serious business of having your voice heard.
What happens after the results of your debates were passed on to the politicians and government ministers? HeadsOn is the place to get a hold of all the latest forum feedback.