We are a lively discussion group of around 25 people, focusing on one topical issue per meeting, and giving everybody a chance to have their say. We often find we’ve learned something new or completely unexpected by the end of a session. We pick the next topic by consensus at the end of the previous meeting and in most cases we invite one or two members of the group to do some research in the topic area to help to kick-start the discussion with a short briefing. We aim to live up to the U3A motto of 'Live, Learn, and Laugh'.

Topics we covered last year include:

• How do we ensure the right people are in power?
• Economic Growth
• What's the point of the House of Lords?
• Is it every justifiable to break the law?
• Is Britain ready for National Service?
• If you could wake up tomorrow having gained any one quality or ability, what would it be?