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Legacies of Tony Benn and Bob Crow to be furthered at May Day march
Day will 'send out the clear message that the battle goes on'

London's annual May Day march will be dedicated to building on the legacies of socialist heroes Tony Benn and Bob Crow, the RMT union revealed yesterday.

Thousands of trade unionists turn out for the march and Trafalgar Square rally every year in unison with people around the world to celebrate the achievements of the working class.

Inspirational speeches that were the trademark of stalwart supporters Bob Crow and Tony Benn will be deeply missed by those attending this year.

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