Brexit: British establishment have lost control
Last night’s votes in parliament have done nothing to break the Brexit deadlock. Only the election of a socialist Labour government can offer a way out of the impasse.
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Sheffield council plans shine a light on UK housing crisis
Britain’s housing shortage has become a source of enormous profits for parasitic landlords and fat-cat developers. Labour needs a bold socialist programme to solve this crisis.
Trump pushes for regime change – hands off Venezuela!
The Trump administration is continuing to escalate its imperialist intervention in Venezuela, in an attempt to overthrow the Maduro government. Socialist activists everywhere must condemn this coup.
Labour4Clause4 roadshow kicks off
Last weekend saw the launch of the 2019 Labour4Clause4 Roadshow, which got off to successful start with two meetings in Bedlington and Redcar.
Outsourced workers take action in London
Support staff at the Ministry of Justice and Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy have organised and gone on strike over pay and conditions. Say no to outsourcing! Bring all workers back in house!
The relevance of Clause IV: a reply to Owen Jones
Rob Sewell responds to Owen Jones’ assertion that we need a new version of Clause IV – Labour’s historic commitment to common ownership and socialism. The original Clause IV is more relevant now than ever.
Hands Off Venezuela! Mobilise against the imperialist coup!
A coup attempt is underway in Venezuela, backed by US imperialism. The labour movement internationally must respond to condemn this imperialist intervention and support the revolutionary masses in Venezuela.
Enfield North Labour votes to fight the cuts
Local Labour members in Enfield North CLP in London have passed a motion calling on Labour councillors to oppose all cuts. This should act as catalyst for a Labour-led movement against austerity across the country.
US-China trade war: where is it heading?
The ongoing trade conflict between the USA and China will not subside any time soon. The current protectionist battle is merely a harbinger of greater tensions and instability in world relations.
Labour4Clause4 roadshow – coming to a town near you!
The Labour4Clause4 campaign is touring the country, gathering momentum in the months leading up to this year’s Labour Party conference. Help restore Clause 4 – Labour’s commitment to socialism!
USA: workers should shut down capitalism
The US government remains shutdown as the standoff between President Trump and the Democrats continues. The working class should use their power to keep society running in their own interests.
Take the struggle to the streets – force a general election!
Despite a rollercoaster ride of a week, Theresa May is still clinging onto power. Labour must mobilise a mass movement to bring down the Tories and break the Brexit deadlock.