UCU Solidarity Rally: Students and workers unite!
Activists from the UCU, NEU and MSF talk about the crisis facing the education sector, and the need to put an end to marketisation and capitalism.
News and analysis
The latest news, analysis, and Marxist theory from The Communist, alongside reports of RCP activity.
Marxist students stand shoulder-to-shoulder with striking staff
Last week’s three-day strike by UCU members in higher education saw an impressive mobilisation of students in support of staff. With further strikes on the cards in the new year, this solidarity is a solid foundation for escalated action.
Gruel Britannia: The decline of British imperialism
Brexiteer bluster and the UK’s humiliating withdrawal from Afghanistan have exposed the deluded fantasies of jingoistic Tories and the weaknesses of British imperialism. The ruling class is increasingly impotent and losing control.
Tories call in the army to prop-up British capitalism
As crises mount, the government is increasingly leaning on the army in order to fill labour shortages and keep society running – from driving lorries to providing jabs. This is yet another reflection of the decrepit state of British capitalism.
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The past 12 months have been explosive in Britain, as the crisis of capitalism deepens, and the Tory government is pummelled by a torrent of sleaze and scandals. We urgently need to build the forces of Marxism. Help us in this task. Donate today!
Chaos, corruption, and COVID: Tory government rocked by crises
As the crisis of capitalism deepens, Boris Johnson’s government is being thrown from pillar to post, with inflation rising, endless scandals emerging, and a new wave of the pandemic looming. Only the struggle for socialism can offer a way forward.
Will there be a boom? Capitalism, cycles, and crises
James Kilby discusses why the capitalist economy is in crisis, and how the only way forward is a socialist revolution.
Why young workers need a democratic, fighting Unison
This weekend sees the Unison young members conference in Cardiff. Writing in a personal capacity, NEC member Lilly Boulby explains why young workers need a union that not only represents their interests, but is prepared to fight for them.
Britain’s sewage scandal: Capitalism is destroying our waterways
Private water companies are routinely dumping raw sewage into Britain’s waterways and coasts. But the Tories claim that fixing this would bankrupt these firms. Clearly the whole system is bankrupt. It’s time to re-nationalise the lot.
Kenny Brown, 1948-2021: Friend and fighter
We are sad to announce the recent passing away of comrade Kenny Brown – a militant class fighter, and a loyal, dedicated supporter of Socialist Appeal. Rob Sewell pays tribute to Kenny, who will be greatly missed by all those who knew him.
#Goldstrike: Fighting for the soul of Goldsmiths University
Alongside this week’s action by UCU members in universities throughout the country, higher education workers at Goldsmiths in London are in the middle of a three-week strike against job cuts. We offer them our full solidarity in this struggle.
Tragedy in the Channel: Socialism or barbarism
The tragic drowning of 27 migrants in the English Channel has brought home the misery and devastation facing refugees worldwide. Capitalism is horror without end. Only socialist revolution can bring down the borders and avert this catastrophe.