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How should we view the Tolpuddle martyrs today?
We can take inspiration from our forebears and win the repeal of anti-worker legislation and bring about fair pay and decent public services for all, says STEVE GILLAN
The Martyrs Inn in the Dorset village of Tolpuddle
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THE Tolpuddle martyrs’ case certainly throws light on injustices some individuals experience because of the judicial system, and that fairness and fundamental human decency are often sacrificed to preserve the wealth and power of the elite which is still very relevant today.
But now we have an opportunity to move forward with no worker or community being left behind.
The trade union movement was born out of struggle and we will continue to have those struggles going forward, but hopefully we can make things better for our children and grandchildren and I have reason for hope and optimism but that hope and optimism must come to fruition for future generations and the trade union movement needs make sure that the Labour government delivers not just in the first 100 days but builds on its own pledges significantly over a period of time.
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