This week marks 100 years since the birth of Tony Benn. Joe Dwyer writes on how Benn's politics developed in relation to Ireland, and his own memories of discovering Benn and his work.
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Gerry Adams: Starmer seeks to Subvert the Laws he is Supposed to Uphold
Gerry Adams slams Keir Starmer's comments on compensation for those affected by internment, as well as his government's failure to live up to promises made on the Legacy Act.
Remembering Tony Benn: hero of our movement, lasting voice for peace & socialism
We remember Tony Benn & promise to keep up the fight for peace & socialism today.
Ireland: Words from the Wise – Geoff Bell, Labour for Irish Unity
The appointment of Hilary Benn as the new shadow Northern Ireland minister coincides with a deepening political crisis, when more demands for clarity are made on Labour’s Irish policy.
Tony Benn and Lessons for the Present Crises – Richard Burgon MP
"If we are to be a mass movement with answers to the huge challenges our communities face then we need to arm ourselves up in the battle of ideas." By Richard Burgon MP During my Deputy Leadership campaign, I promised that if I were elected, Labour would launch a Tony Benn School of Political Education.…
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