SKY NEWS / HERALD SUN PEOPLE’S FORUM: DANIEL ANDREWS v MATT GUY
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has agreed to appear with Opposition Leader Matt Guy at a Sky News / Herald Sun People’s Forum in the last week of the Victorian election campaign.
Hosted by Sky News Australia Chief News Anchor Kieran Gilbert, the one-hour forum will provide 100 undecided voters as selected by Q&A Market Research, with the opportunity to put questions directly to the two leaders on their vision for Victoria.
Invitations to participate in the People’s Forum were issued to both leaders. Mr Guy agreed three weeks ago to appear at the People’s Forum, with Mr Andrews confirming his participation this afternoon.
The People’s Forum events have been staged at federal and state elections since 2010 when Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, debated Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott, and are now part of the Australian election landscape.
Kieran Gilbert, Chief News Anchor of Sky News Australia said: “The Sky News People’s Forum has been a key moment in many recent elections including during this year’s federal campaign. The People’s Forum is the best format for leaders debates in election campaigns, as it hands the power to undecided voters.”
Sam Weir, Editor of the Herald Sun, said: “This is a critical election for our state, and together the Herald Sun, Victoria’s most-read masthead in digital and print, and Sky News, will allow everyday voters to question Daniel Andrews and Matt Guy on the issues that really matter to them.
“The People’s Forum will be a significant moment in the 2022 election, and will greatly assist Victorians in making an informed choice on who they believe should lead our great state for the next four years.”
Paul Whittaker, Chief Executive Officer of Sky News Australia said: “The People’s Forum debates provide a unique opportunity for undecided voters to ask unscripted questions on issues of importance to their lives outside of the tightly managed political cycle.
“This People’s Forum will provide a fascinating insight on whether the people of Victoria are ready for a change of government or if Daniel Andrews is on track to win a remarkable third term as Premier.”
The Sky News / Herald Sun People’s Forum will also be live streamed at SkyNews.com.au, and to Herald Sun subscribers at heraldsun.com.au
On Saturday 26 November as Victorians head to the polls, Sky News will deliver comprehensive coverage and analysis of the Victorian Election 2022 with an expert election night panel, live from Melbourne.
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