The Governor of the Bank of England, Mervyn King, once said that it was not rational to start a bank run but rational to participate in one once it started. These words of wisdom have once again become reality. Rob Sewell, editor of Socialist Appeal, looks at Cyprus and the latest crisis in the Eurozone.

The leader of Syriza, Alexis Tsipras, visited London last week for a series of meetings, concluding with a public lecture at the Friends Meeting House, organised by the Syriza branch of London, which attracted over 500 people into a packed venue. Georgios Diakogeorgiou of Syriza London reports.

News that five trade unions the INMO, IMO, Unite, ASTI and the Civil Public and Services Union have recommended rejection of the proposed Croke Park Deal will be welcomed by workers across the State affected by the proposals. Tony Healy reports.