Stockport Town Hall hosts BBC Question Time

The BBC’s flagship political debate show, Question Time, made a welcome return to Stockport Town Hall’s iconic ballroom.

A lively audience from Stockport and the surrounding areas had the opportunity to pose their questions to a panel of influential figures from politics, media, and public life during the broadcast on BBC2 on Thursday 23rd January.

This week’s panel featured Lucy Powell MP, Leader of the House of Commons – Labour; Conservative MP David Davis; Green Industrialist Dale Vince; and Columnist and Broadcaster Matthew Parris

The last time Question Time came to Stockport Town Hall in 2021, Fiona Bruce and a distinguished panel tackled major political, social, and economic issues. This marks the third time the iconic programme has chosen Stockport Town Hall as its venue.

In a further boost to the town’s popularity, Stockport has been hailed as the ‘Hollywood of the North’ due to its growing reputation as a popular filming location for some of the world’s leading TV shows and films.

Cllr Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council, said:

“We were delighted to welcome BBC Question Time back to our stunning Town Hall, which continues to be a jewel in Stockport’s crown. Its grand architecture and rich history make it the perfect setting for high-profile national debates, and it’s fantastic to see it once again on prime-time television.

“Stockport Town Hall is one of the busiest and most prestigious venues in the region and we’re proud to see it continue to attract events of this calibre.”

Stockport Town Hall is one of the North West’s most sought-after venues, having hosted over 700 successful events in 2024, including:

• Weddings, conferences, and awards ceremonies
• Business expos and job fairs
• Ballroom dance competitions
• High-profile TV and film productions, including Strictly Come Dancing 

You can catch the full Question Time episode from Stockport Town Hall now on BBC iPlayer.