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Building Genuine Solidarity in Leicester: From Terrorism to Grenfell

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What Would You Do If You Were Facing a 70% Cuts in Your Wages?

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Labour Lord Mayor Ignores Mental Health Jibe

April 25, 2016October 7, 2016mbarker2012

Labour’s Homelessness Dilemma and the Public Cost of Accepting Austerity

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City Council Must Bear Responsibility for Homeless Families

December 11, 2013October 8, 2016mbarker2012

Labouring Over Evictions

March 25, 2013October 8, 2016mbarker2012

Labour Debates the “Need” for Savage Cuts

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