Abolition

They will be focusing on what the priorities should be for the future, considering issues like health, education, employment and the representation of black people in Bristol. The audience will have its chance to put questions to a panel.

"It has always been our intention that Abolition 200 should be just the start of a lasting legacy to improve the lives of Black Minority Ethnic communities in Bristol. This debate is a chance for local people to have their say," said Councillor Peter Hammond, the city council's Deputy Leader.

Beresford Lee, the Legacy Manager for Abolition 200 added: "Having recognised the damaging effect of the Slave Trade, Abolition 200 has raised awareness and delivered educational events.

"To ensure the inequalities continue to be addresses, we must come together, agree on key issues and create a positive legacy."

"We hope that local people will come and take part in this important next step for the city," he said.

The debate takes place at the Malcolm X Centre on Monday, 12 November 2007, between 6.30pm and 8.30pm.