![]() | David works for the Institute of Ideas and is the co-ordinator of the UK Battle Satellite programme. He is TV columnist for spiked, poetry editor for Culture Wars and co-founder of the Institute of Ideas’ Current Affairs Forum. He is an alumnus of the Debating Matters Competition, having competed in its first year 03/04. He has continued to support the competition ever since, holding roles as Topic Guide Editor and speakers’ co-ordinator for the Global Uncertainties Network. David has a MA in Creative Writing from the University of Exeter, and has also worked in communications and public affairs for Libertas and the Design and Artists Copyright Society. |
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