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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General Strike 100 – March overview
by Henry Fowler, General Strike 100 project co-ordinator
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
General Strike 100 is a national partnership of museums, libraries, archives and local history groups to commemorate the 1926 General Strike. Search the interactive website here: generalstrike100.com.
Events
We will aim to update this on a monthly basis to cover the events of those part of our partnership. Email campaigns@gftu.org.uk to alert us to other events.
March 13, 10am
Chopwell: From the Miners’ Lockout to the General Strike, 1925-26
Venue: The Red House, Newcastle upon Tyne NE17 7LL
March 14, 10am
Manchester Women and the General Strike: 100 years on
Venue: Mechanics Institute, 103 Princess Street, Manchester M1 6DD
Exhibitions
On the line, People’s History Museum (Manchester), opens March 21 2026.
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