TRADE union and socialist activists in Sheffield are to stage a weekend festival of radical politics and culture later this month.

Running  from July 19 to 21, the inaugural Sheffield Transformed Festival — inspired by the national the World Transformed festival — will include more than 30 sessions covering local, national and international issues and provide a space for “radical, collaborative and creative political dialogue,” said organisers.

Community and campaign groups taking part include the Orgreave Truth and Justice Campaign, Sheffield Radical Pride, Sisters Uncut, Sheffield Trades Union Council and Sheffield Palestine Solidarity Campaign.

Mark Seddon, one of the organisers, said: “We’re thrilled to be able to bring together so many trade unionists, organisers, academics and artists under one roof.

“It’s a weekend to meet people, join workshops and share in collective action, as we consider some of the biggest issues facing South Yorkshire, the UK and the world.”