Bobby Sands: 40 years on
Sands belonged to a particular generation of republicans. Not only was he an astute solider – he and his comrades read the works of Connolly, Ho Chi Minh and Liam Mellows. They debated these texts in the revered ‘University of Freedom’ in the Long Kesh.
On the dust: the battle for Thurrock
Over a year into the Covid-19 crisis, which saw the public clap for those still on the frontline, Thurrock council have seen fit to slash the terms and conditions of its local refuse workers.
Man United fans disrupt Liverpool match in protest against US owners
Manchester United’s derby game with Liverpool was postponed yesterday (3 May 2021) following direct action by an organised group of United fans. The fans, upset at the direction American owners The Glazers had taken their beloved club, stormed the stadium and managed to get onto the playing field.
‘Until Victory’ – the YCL London May Day address
On May Day, YCL Southern branches celebrated in London – here is a transcript of the speech.
Laurence Fox not what London is looking for
In an age where politics move further and further towards a theatrical performance, pop culture personalities and actors coming to the forefront of modern political discourse should come as no surprise. In London, Laurence Fox has come to throw his hat in the ring as a candidate for the Mayorship. The Yorkshireman in 2020 founded his own political party called the ‘Reclaim Party’ whose ideology purports to be a form of populist libertarian conservatism.
Young Communists paint Glasgow red with May Day and Centenary Rally
The Young Communist League (YCL) turned out in force to Glasgow
on Saturday in a vibrant demonstration marking International Workers Day, just as life resumes in Scotland’s commercial hubs.
YCL on May Day 2021: “The choice for Britain’s youth is socialism or barbarism – socialism or extinction”
The Executive Committee of the Young Communist League has released a statement to mark International Workers Day 2021.
Union takes Tories to the High Court
The High Court will be looking into Boris Johnson’s decision to not remove Priti Patel from her post after she was found to be bullying civil servants.
YCL: “Remember the dead! Fight for the living!”
The Young Communist League has released the following statement to mark International Workers Memorial Day 2021.
Welsh Communists demand power in the community
Welsh Communists have issued a statement calling for new powers for the Welsh Parliament to deliver real change in communities, education, housing, health and social care. The Communist Party is running its biggest electoral campaign this year since the 1980’s across Britain, with candidates in every Welsh regional list seat.
