A Constitutional Socialist
A new biography of Peter Shore rediscovers the life of a parliamentary radical who fought any attempt to weaken the political strength of working people.
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The Colonial Roots of the India-China Standoff
The recent bloody confrontation between Indian and Chinese troops on a Himalayan border threatened major geopolitical standoff. As is so often the case, the conflict's roots can be traced back to Britain's colonial policies.
The Department for Deloitte
Tory peer James Bethell once helped Deloitte get government contracts as a private lobbyist. Now, as a health minister, he has overseen a test and trace system which employs 1,127 of their consultants.
The NHS’s Winter of Discontent
Even before the pandemic hit, health workers warned that hospitals were struggling to cope. Now, as they fight through one of the darkest periods in living memory, those at the frontline are increasingly angry at the government’s failures.
How Blairism Failed the Working Class
Despite pursuing a number of redistributive policies, Blair's Labour government left the fundamental architecture of Thatcher's economy in place – and failed to break the cycle of deepening inequality.
Tony Benn’s Plan to Democratise Britain – and Abolish the Monarchy
Thirty years ago, Tony Benn's Commonwealth of Britain Bill proposed to transform our democracy by devolving power, guaranteeing social rights and abolishing the monarchy – it's time for today's Left to take up its mantle.
How Britain Was Complicit in Sri Lankan War Crimes
The Sri Lankan government's war on the Tamil community saw up to 70,000 civilians killed in 2009, but they weren't acting alone – Britain sold weapons to the regime even as the world read reports of slaughter.
Nottingham’s Buses Show that Public Ownership Works
Since Thatcher's Transport Act in 1985, Nottingham is one of the few cities whose bus routes have remained in public ownership. The result? A satisfaction rate far above the national average.
How Cricket Became a Symbol of West Indian Pride
In the post-war era, Caribbean independence coincided with the rise of the West Indies cricket team – making matches against England political affairs which pitted former coloniser against the colonised.
The Resilient Radicalism of Barbara Castle
Born on this day in 1910, Barbara Castle became an icon of the labour movement – and a thorn in the side of those who sought to suppress her unabashed socialist politics.
Corporate Social Justice Is a Scam
Recent years have seen global corporations embrace racial justice causes for PR purposes – but the economic system they preside over continues to ensure Africa is exploited for the benefit of the super-rich.
Ten Times Workers Beat the Bosses in 2021
As 2021 draws to a close, Tribune looks back at ten of the landmark industrial victories of the year – from bin workers and bus drivers to care homes, railways and car manufacturers.
The Forever War on British Universities
Across the country this year, UCU workers are striking not just for wages, pensions, and conditions — but for a higher education system worth learning in.
Against the Manchester Model
The last 20 years have seen Manchester become the poster city of neoliberal urbanism with a dressing of radical chic. It's time to consider how we got here – and how we take it back from the developers.
In Search of a New North
Alex Niven speaks to Tribune about his new book The North Will Rise Again – an attempt to revive a future for the North from its modernist, radical traditions.
Making Workers Pay for the Cost of Living Crisis
The Bank of England’s decision to hike interest rates is part of a plan to make workers pay for the cost of living crisis by driving up unemployment and driving down wages.