Wiltshire residents with an interest in politics are being urged to register quickly if they wish to appear on the BBC’s Question Time programme.

The BBC’s flagship’s political debate programme is coming to Trowbridge Civic Centre on Thursday, November 21.

Produced by Mentorn Media, Question Time is presented by Fiona Bruce with guest panellists from the worlds of politics and the media answering questions posed by members of the public.

The programme is broadcast live on BBC iPlayer at 8pm every Thursday, and it is also recorded and then transmitted after the news at 10.40pm on BBC1.

The first time the panellists hear the questions is when they are asked by the audience, so the show forces politicians to think quick on their feet.

Question Time was last broadcast from the Clarendon Academy School in the 1990s, and Trowbridge Town Council leader Stewart Palmen says he is “excited” that it is once again coming to the town.

“I have applied already but I believe they pick the studio audience on the same proportion who voted in the last General Election so I would advise anyone who voted Labour to apply very quickly," he said.

Presenter Fiona Bruce will present BBC Question Time from TrowbridgePresenter Fiona Bruce will present BBC Question Time from Trowbridge (Image: BBC) Question Time audience members will be requested to come up with two questions to be considered for the programme.

The BBC said: “Question Time is rooted in politics and therefore has to achieve fair and appropriate representation from the various political parties across the UK.

“This means there will nearly always be a representative from the UK government and the official opposition on the panel.

“We contact applicants on the Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday before the programme.

“Due to the high volume of requests received we apologise that we are unable to call everyone.”

The corporation added: “It's important that as many applicants as possible get the chance to be part of a Question Time audience.

“If you have been in a QT audience within the past five years we are delighted that you want to do it all over again, but please give others a chance and don't apply this time round.

“If you have applied before but not been successful, we welcome your application.

“Please note that everyone applying to be part of the studio audience is required to complete this form.

“The information is completely confidential and only used for the purpose of balance.”

To apply, go to https://eu.castitreach.com/ag/mentorn/questiontime/welcome.html

You can also apply by telephone. To do so, call 0330 123 9988.