Socialist Appeal supporters are deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Hans-Gerd Öfinger, a lifelong revolutionary Marxist and a founding member of the German section of the IMT. We send our solidarity to his family and comrades.

In this podcast, Shaun Morris of the Revolution editorial board, will examine the lessons and legacy of the Irish independence struggle – an understanding of which is essential for revolutionary Marxists fighting for a socialist united Ireland today.

COVID chaos reigns across Europe, with vaccine protectionism and scepticism on the rise. Tensions between the EU and UK are heightening. But as these rival imperialist powers spar, it is the working class who are suffering the consequences.