NICK MATTHEWS recalls how the ideals of socialism and the holding of goods in common have an older provenance than you might think
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Take time this weekend to enjoy all that Tolpuddle online has to offer – to revitalise the spirit for the battles ahead, says STEVE PREDDY of Unite
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THIS time last year, many thousands converged for the annual pilgrimage to Tolpuddle.
Against the beautiful backdrop of deepest Tory Dorset, this historic rural agricultural event brings together comradely acquaintances from across the country and further afield in celebration of our proud labour movement history and the lives, struggles and victories of rural workers and communities.
We fill the lanes, fields and tents with our banners, bands and voices over a weekend of discussion, music, arts and learning, not to mention the indulgence of al fresco dining, whatever the weather.
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