Aslef general secretary DAVE CALFE looks at how rail workers and miners stood together against wage cuts 100 years ago – and why the legacy of collective action endures today
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New era for the Caledonian Sleeper
As Africa’s progressives aim to consolidate its anti-colonial programme, VIJAY PRASHAD reports on the US getting a military foothold in Ghana
KERRY FLECK explains how the annual event unites thousands in a celebration of workers’ power, culture and collective resistance
The former Nato chief stirred up dark historical undercurrents with his call to cut welfare for military spending, says SOLOMON HUGHES
The life of a modest Norfolk organiser contrasts with the dramatic rise and disappearance of a controversial figure in US labour, says MARK SEDDON
JACK YOUD explains how Salford City Council has taken on rogue landlords and won, setting an example to the rest of the country
HEADING to London last weekend, I snapped up a cheap berth on the Caledonian Sleeper.
For as long as anyone can remember, you’ve been able to save a considerable sum by agreeing to cohabit a two-bunk compartment with a stranger of the same gender. Often you end up on your own nonetheless — a relief if you’re not in the mood for small talk.
Andrew Marr often recalls travelling up for his interview for his first job at the Scotsman, sharing with a man in shorts and semmit who kindly shared his 24 cans of Special Brew and supersize cigarette cartons.
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