ROB WARZYNIAK recalls the emblematic 1906 book, The Jungle, in its analysis of the crisis presently engulfing the US Food and Drug Administration
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General Strike 100 – March overview
by Henry Fowler, General Strike 100 project co-ordinator
Welsh wanderings showcase fiery destruction, alternative water ways and revive memories of a local mining legend, writes MARK SEDDON
As thousands die in the eastern DRC, a global health emergency is being starved of funds, says S KRISHNASWAMY
MAT COWARD explains how in the 17th century a row over whether to kneel at communion became a battle over religion, class and royal power
Renewed illusions in social democratic reformism are sprouting as a result of Andy Burnham’s rhetoric, but material conditions are already intruding into the debate, argues NICK WRIGHT
Andy Burnham could learn a few lessons from a previous Labour government in the pre-privatisation era on how to tackle water shortages, writes KEITH FLETT
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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