Forget the ‘respectability’ of political action. As socialists, we defend Black Lives Matter
Since the murder of George Floyd, people have taken to the streets across the world to protest against…
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Covid shows how we can make politics accessible to all with online meetings
Labour’s national executive committee (NEC) often talks about how to increase diversity in local and national government. We…
This is a watershed moment in the fight against racism
The murder of George Floyd was truly shocking. Watching footage of his arrest and death has left many…
Yes, there is still a place for contribution-based social security
For two elections in a row, the Labour Party under Jeremy Corbyn failed on social security: independent think…
Momentum Renewal: We need a united socialist movement to rebuild Labour’s fortunes
When I was elected chair of Leeds Momentum in 2018, myself and others on the new committee inherited…
The school meal voucher scheme must continue over the summer holidays
There was a dire, unacceptable food poverty emergency even before the Covid-19 pandemic. Now coronavirus and its economic…
Black Lives Matter: How to start tackling structural racism in the UK and US
Whilst the show of solidarity and empathy is welcomed from all walks of life from the British public,…
My priorities as Labour’s new Shadow International Development Secretary
It is a privilege to have been appointed to the role of Shadow International Development Secretary and to…
We have been left to fend for ourselves. Pub owners need Labour’s backing
There is a well-spun political myth that the Conservatives are the party for business. As a small business…
Why Scottish Labour should rethink its candidate selection plans
The Scottish Labour Party’s executive committee is meeting on Saturday to decide how the party’s regional list will…
