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The labour movement is ‘greatest vehicle for social change,’ Morning Star fringe hears
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THE labour movement is the greatest vehicle for social change, a Morning Star fringe heard today.

Titled “What’s in it for workers? Pushing a Labour government left,” it took place at Labour’s conference in Liverpool. 

Labour MP for Leeds East Richard Burgon emphasised the need for a “fresh start” when it comes to the issue of living standards and the funding of public services.

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