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Ken Loach: ‘The fundamental contradictions become apparent’
Speaking to Morning Star editor Ben Chacko, the visionary socialist film director identifies the main threats to Labour’s transformative programme
Socialist film director Ken Loach

“THE principle that there should be an open selection of candidates for Labour at every election is vital. And it is not too late for a democratic choice in the coming contest.”

Film director Ken Loach doesn’t mince his words when we meet to discuss Labour’s prospects on the eve of its conference this week.

“We urgently need MPs who believe in and fight for the great transformative programme Labour now has.”

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