What Went Wrong?
The Labour Together report evidences the long-term trends that were behind December's defeat – but if the party is to recover it must take the task of re-engaging with working-class communities seriously.
Articles by
Ian Lavery
Ian Lavery is the Labour Party member of parliament for Wansbeck.
A Moment to Unite Against Injustice
It's time for working people across Britain to come together to support movements for social justice, challenge racial and class inequalities – and fight back against the ruling elite that fosters them.
No Holding Back
If Labour is to reconnect with working-class communities in its heartland areas, it will need to empower local members to organise on the ground – and the time to start that process is now, argues Ian Lavery.
‘The Leaked Labour Report Is Shameful – It’s Time for an Urgent Investigation’
This weekend's revelations about the conduct of party staff in undermining the 2017 general election campaign and abusing elected representatives demand an immediate investigation, argue Jon Trickett and Ian Lavery.
Lavery Hits Back
Right-wing attacks won't stop me from getting the message across to members that now is the time to organise in defence of your communities, writes Labour Party chair Ian Lavery.
The Coronavirus Crisis Is Not a Time to Protect the Elite
The Tory government's response to coronavirus has been characterised by a determination to protect big business interests and the system that serves them ahead of working people, argues Ian Lavery.
Northern Discomfort
Today MPs Ian Lavery and Jon Trickett are launching their report 'Northern Discomfort,' which argues for a radical change in Labour's approach to communities in the North of England.
In Defence of Community Organising
Community organising is a vital part of rebuilding the Labour Party at the grassroots – but it will take time and shouldn't be expected to produce immediate results, argues Ian Lavery.
Why I’m Backing Rebecca Long-Bailey
Party chair Ian Lavery on why he's backing Rebecca Long-Bailey to combine socialist policies with the long-term workplace, community and party organising necessary to rebuild Labour's roots.
Justice for Our Miners
After decades of government neglect, Labour is promising real justice for Britain's miners and coalfield communities with proper pensions and specialised health checks for work-related illnesses.
My Time in the Miners’ Strike
In 1984, Labour Party Chair Ian Lavery was an ordinary miner ready to stand with his fellow workers. What he experienced during the strike changed him forever.