A string of scandals has hit the world of rugby union in recent months. The inequality and oppression seen in sport is a reflection of that which pervades capitalist society. We must fight to remove profit and put the working class in control.
A review into conditions at hospitals in Birmingham has revealed a toxic culture of intimidation and fear – adding to the stress on overworked staff, and undermining patient safety. Health workers must fight back with clear socialist policies.
A recent report from the government’s advisory body on climate change has revealed that Britain is totally ill-equipped for the impacts of warming temperatures. Only socialist planning can ensure that society adapts and averts a catastrophe.
Responding to reports of sexist practices and pay inequality in big business, liberal commentators have called for more women to be promoted to the top. But to end misogyny and discrimination, we need socialist revolution, not ‘girlboss feminism’.
In recent weeks, ‘Sir’ Keir Starmer has attempted to outflank the Tories on the question of policing and crime. The Labour leader is desperate to prove to the establishment that he will defend their system. Instead, we must fight to overthrow it.
Impasse for the independence movement, a messy leadership contest, and a string of scandals have caused the bubble to burst for the SNP. Holyrood’s ruling party is now mired in crisis. Workers and youth must fight for a Scottish Workers’ Republic.
Junior doctors have undertaken another round of strikes this week, while other health workers have voted on the Tories’ insulting pay offer. To advance, the struggle in the NHS requires militant coordinated action and bold socialist demands.
Britain is in the midst of a deep housing crisis. While millions of tenants struggle to pay their rent and face the threat of eviction, the bankers and landlords are laughing. Only bold socialist policies can ensure decent, affordable homes for all.
Every week brings new announcements of rising costs and delays for HS2. Many are calling for the entire project to be cancelled. But the Tories cannot fathom another U-turn. Only socialist planning can modernise Britain’s decrepit infrastructure.
Recent data shows that life expectancy in Britain has plateaued over the last decade, and has even fallen for the poorest. Hundreds of thousands are dying before their time, due to austerity, inequality, and overwork. Capitalism is killing us.
International students have been caught up in the Tories’ cynical culture war, as this myopic government looks to bring down immigration numbers. Only by kicking capitalism off our campuses can we provide free, high-quality education for all.
Last month, a fire broke out in an overcrowded flat in east London, revealing the scourge of slum housing in Britain. To solve the housing crisis, we need to expropriate the wealth and properties of the big banks, landlords, and developers.