Stemming from a time when religion was deemed to be good for all, the influence of the church is soaked into British society and politics. Compulsory Christianity in schools; church access to national and local government; exemption from tax and equality legislation; assumed stewardship of civic events…the list goes on. With reference to the campaigns of Edinburgh Secular Society Neil will explore the psychology and sense of entitlement behind these now demographically unrepresentative privileges.

About the speaker
Neil Barber is a songwriter, music tutor and a graduate in philosophy from Edinburgh University. He is The Communications Officer for Edinburgh Secular Society and sometimes represents The National Secular Society as a spokesperson for Scotland. He contributes regularly to debates in the press, radio and TV and represented the NSS in the Scottish Government’s consultation over the controversial hate crime bill.

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