Cuba, despite the privations, remains a beacon of sovereignty and resistance to imperialism, writes BERNARD REGAN
IN 2021 myself and two colleagues, Tommy Kane, a former adviser to Jeremy Corbyn and Michael Sharpe, a former head of policy for Labour in the Scottish Parliament, set up Unity Consulting Scotland, a not-for-profit social enterprise.
The aim was to offer our campaigning, research and policy development skills, political knowledge and experience to trade unions, community groups and voluntary sector organisations who campaign for social change.
Like any new venture, we took our first steps tentatively and with some trepidation but with the clear view that we had something different to offer.
Campaigns against nuclear weapons on the Clyde, financial backing for arms firms and rising militarism are converging with solidarity for Palestine, as Scotland’s peace movement builds momentum ahead of the 2026 Holyrood election, says ARTHUR WEST
ROZ FOYER explains the significance and tradition of today’s St Andrew’s Day March and Rally
We are demanding action from our politicians to deliver justice, fairness and decency throughout our communities – join us, says ROZ FOYER
Hundreds travel to Birmingham to join ‘mega picket’ of striking refuse workers and supporters



