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Counter protesters, organised by Stand Up To Racism, during an anti-immigration rally in Edinburgh, March 21, 2026
Anti-Fascism / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

A nationwide mobilisation signals growing resistance to the far right, but lasting change will depend on deep organising in every corner of society, writes GAWAIN LITTLE

From left: US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US President Donald Trump, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick listen during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, March 26, 2026
United States / 27 March 2026
27 March 2026

As the US deepens its assault on Iran, a radicalised Maga fringe is embracing anti-semitism and fascist ideas – revealing the toxic politics unleashed by imperialist war, argues KEVIN OVENDEN

The burnt out remains of Hatzola ambulances at the Jewish Community Ambulance service in in Golders Green, London, after an apparent arson attack on four ambulances, March 24, 2026
Anti-Semitism / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

Why did so many self-described progressives respond to an anti-semitic attack by questioning the victims, asks JULIA BARD

ART TAKES A STAND: The Homeless Jesus bronze statue in Glasgow, located at Nelson Mandela Place near St George's Tron Church, was created by Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz and installed in December 2017 / Pic: Brian Deegan/CC
Aw That / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

Art matters because stories, herstories, histories, and even flights of fancy matter, posits MATT KERR

A group of firefighters from Birmingham join other members of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) during a rally outside the Houses of Parliament in central London, calling for more investment in the fire service. Picture date: Tuesday October 8, 202
Anti-Fascism / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

As the far right gains ground, Fire Brigades Union members are organising in workplaces and on the streets to defend public services and workers’ rights, says STEVE WRIGHT

Counter protesters, organised by Stand Up To Racism, during an anti-immigration rally in Edinburgh. Picture date: Saturday March 21, 2026
Anti-Fascism / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

As far-right rhetoric rises and political tensions deepen, an unprecedented alliance of organisations marches to assert that inclusivity, not exclusion, defines the majority, says STEVE GILLAN

Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept missiles from Iran over Tel Aviv, Israel, March 26, 2026
Middle East / 27 March 2026
27 March 2026

The belief that leadership removal can dismantle Iran reflects a flawed reading of history, write RAMZY BAROUD and ROMANA RUBEO

 

STEADFAST OPPOSITION: Protesters of the March Against Fascism confront the Unite the Kingdom rally on Whitehall in central London in September 2025
Anti-Fac / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

As extremist movements grow on the streets and at the ballot box, the emergence of the Together Alliance points to a vital strategy: unity across trade unions, campaigners and communities, says TONY CONWAY

High water levels on the River Wye in Hereford which has burst it's banks, after Storm Darragh hit the UK and Ireland, December 8, 2024
Borderlands: A Country Diary / 27 March 2026
27 March 2026

Beneath the folklore of leaping salmon lies a stark reality: the River Wye is under siege from industrial agriculture – but locals aren’t letting water polluters off the hook, says MARK SEDDON

THE WRITTING IS ON THE WALL: A Unite union campaign poster next to refuse depot in the Tyseley area of Birmingham, July 10 2025
Workers' Rights / 28 March 2026
28 March 2026

Midlands trade unionists are turning challenge into opportunity through collective power and renewed confidence, says STUART RICHARDS

STARK REALITIES: Crips Against Cuts Portsmouth protest, in April 2025, as benefits applications are bureaucratic and often unfairly denied / Pic: Tim Sheerman-Chase/CC
Features / 27 March 2026
27 March 2026

DYLAN MURPHY looks at how Labour is breaking its pledge to protect the disabled and vulnerable

Stand Together! poster, 1977
Features / 27 March 2026
27 March 2026

A centenary tour of north-west England uncovers powerful exhibitions and archives connecting the history of the 1926 General Strike with the fights facing workers today. General Strike 100 national co-ordinator HENRY FOWLER reflects on his recent visit to partners in the region