Labour government must urgently start to implement the policies on which it got elected, or it will face curtains, writes BRIAN LEISHMAN MP
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The holiday season isn't so happy for everyone
BECK ROBERTSON looks at how poverty has exacerbated the incidence and seriousness of mental health issues in the population
CND and the Stop the War Coalition are calling for a mass protest this Saturday to end British complicity in illegal US strikes at RAF Fairford. SOPHIE BOLT explains
The labour movement must challenge the endless austerity narrative — and Unity Consulting will play its part to complement the work already being done by trade unions
Rising discontent is fuelling Reform UK’s advance ahead of crucial polls next month, but behind the insurgent branding lies an agenda of more cuts and austerity, says RUBY GIBSON
Speakers at the Morning Star’s recent conference highlighted historic and present-day activism while challenging far-right narratives and calling for solidarity with abuse survivors. LYNNE WALSH reports
Concrete proposals are needed to bring about full integration of the rail system, with real protections for workers and an end to private operators, argues EDDIE DEMPSEY
MANY of us enjoy the holiday festivities, but for some, this time of year only brings extra stress, exacerbating problems like depression.
For those living in poverty, the pressure can be especially intense, especially for families who endure a daily struggle to put food on the table, as well as those who are already marginalised.
According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, 7.8 per cent of people in Britain currently meet the criteria for an official medical diagnosis of anxiety and depression, while 4-10 per cent of people in England will experience a depressive episode at least once in their lifetime.
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