Victory for Birmingham refuse workers
A determined group of workers, with solid support from their union, has achieved a rare victory which is also helping to bring the long period of right-wing dominance in West Midlands Labour to an end.
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On International Women’s Day – why we fight for unity against racism and far right
We are experiencing a worsening impact of both austerity and racism. International Women’s Day is an important opportunity to remind us that women are disproportionately impacted by both.
What is the real aim of the ‘Independent Group’ splitters?
The defection of nine Labour MPs, of whom eight were immediately joined by three Tory defectors in the Independent Group, marks a new phase in the ruling class offensive to attempt to prevent a Jeremy Corbyn-led Labour Party winning the next general election.
Guardian Letter – Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour is a crucial ally in the fight against antisemitism
The Guardian published this letter, signed by over 200 Jewish members and supporters of the Labour Party, stating that Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour is a crucial ally in the fight against antisemitism.
School student climate strikes – what hope looks like
On Friday 15 February 2019, tens of thousands of school students from more than 60 towns and cities across Britain took part in the Youth Strike 4 Climate as part of a global day of action demanding action to stop climate change. The biggest protests in Britain took place in London, Brighton, Oxford and Exeter.
Jeremy Corbyn is right to demand Britain is in a Customs Union with the EU
The importance of Britain being in a Customs Union with the EU is highlighted by the recent exchange of letters between Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May.