Greens must stand shoulder to shoulder with striking care workers
Dignity, respect, having your voice heard. These are very basic things to expect in life, whether that’s at home or on the job. But for so many people working in…
We have to stand with care workers fighting for justice
“Thanks for the applause, but what I deserve is a living wage.” Several months into the Covid-19 crisis, much of the applause has receded. What began for many as an…
The Green Party is better than “better is possible”
Last weekend I switched my computer and, opening a browser window, found my way to Instagram. I expected to see holiday snaps from school acquaintances I barely remembered, scattered among…
Interview with Theo Simon – Trade Union Liaison Officer candidate for GPEx
Throughout August, members of the Green Party for England & Wales will be voting to elect members of the next Green Party Executive (GPEx). In all, members will vote to…
Interview with Matthew Hull and Paul Valentine – Trade union liaison officer candidates for GPEx
Throughout August, members of the Green Party for England & Wales will be voting to elect members of the next Green Party Executive (GPEx). This year will see people elected…
Tower Hamlets council staff to start second wave of strike action
UNISON members working across all departments of Tower Hamlets Council will be taking three days of strike action from 15-17 July as part of the long running contract dispute known…
Interview with Kefentse Dennis – Trade Union Liaison Officer candidate for GPEx
Throughout August, members of the Green Party for England & Wales will be voting to elect members of the next Green Party Executive (GPEx). In all, members will vote to…
These people want to reshape the Green Party’s relationship with trade unions
Earlier today, Sian Berry and Jonathan Bartley announced they are restanding for their positions as co-leaders. But alongside the more high profile leadership contest, Green Party of England and Wales…
Bangladeshi workers show how organised labour can defeat coronavirus
The global pandemic is stripping away the ‘ethical’ veneer nurtured by high street brands as they meet economic threats to the trillion-dollar garment industry by maneuvering to save money at…
How can Labour rebuild its base?
Photo credit: Andy Miah - Creative Commons With Labour's serious loss to Boris Johnson's Conservative government, much of the British left is in a period of mourning and reflection. The…