TO AMICUS BRANCH SECRETARIES AND WORKPLACE REPS REQUEST FOR NOMINATION
LAURENCE FAIRCLOTH
FOR GENERAL SECRETARY
AMICUS SECTION
WHY should you support Laurence Faircloth for General Secretary?
· Its time to move on with building UNITE as a single union for the members.
· We need to support all officers and staff in representing all our members.
· We need to support our members in defending their interests at work.
· We need to develop National Strategies in response to the current financial crisis which affects every member in all sectors of Unite at work and at home.
· We need to put the members first and listen to what they require.
· We need to ensure the best financial organisation within Unite which in turn will provide for improved benefits for the membership and their representatives.
This is just the starting point. These matters need to be addressed quickly so that we can secure the future of Unite and deliver the promises we made when our members voted to create a new union.
The present General Secretary has failed to deliver on the many important issues some mentioned above. Now he wants to carry on past 65 years of age, in contrast to the union seeking a shorter working life for our members. He opposed his predecessor Ken Jackson over the same issue. This election provides the opportunity to make a change for the better. If we continue with the status quo Unite will not succeed and our members in every sector will suffer. We must not allow this to happen.
At fifty six years of age I have the experience, if elected, to become a General Secretary that will represent all our members equally from whatever sector. I have been a union activist most of my working life. I have represented our members as a lay representative at many levels and as a Full Time Officer at Local and National level. I have worked as Regional Secretary for the South West Region and in the North West Region; I understand the needs of our members across the country.
I ask for your support. Join me in my campaign and vision for a united union that we are all proud to be part off.
NOMINATE LAURENCE FAIRCLOTH FOR
GENERAL SECRETARY
Address. Branch. Membership No.30835343
36, Burnham Rd, Highbridge, Plymouth.0738 .
Somerset. TA9 3JH.
(Laurence.faircloth@gmail.com)
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Statement from United Left North West
Wiseman Wed Nov 19, 2008 at 10:27:54 AM GMT 
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Saturday the 14th November 2008 the North West Region of Unite the Union formally launched the Unite Broad Left United.
At a well attended meeting of Amicus and TGWU comrades it was unanimously decide to go ahead and form this progressive Left Grouping.
At this meeting we elected officers and a steering committee which will form a Broad Left United Executive Committee.
We have agreed in principle a set of Left progressive policies and principles which will be reviewed periodically.
We believe in a strong lay member democracy – Lay Member control of the Union through a Lay Member Executive Council - cascading down through the Lay structures i.e. Industrial Committees (Regional and National) – Regional Committees - Area Activist Committees and Branches.
At this first meeting the subject of the postponed launch of the United Left was discussed in depth.
Many delegates outlined their total opposition to the delay in launching a National Unite Broad Left citing amongst other reasons the undemocratic manner in which the decision to delay was arrived at together with the pressing need to launch a United Left within the union as soon as possible.
We all know that these points have already been well discussed on this forum and the intent is not to start the debate again but to convey the strength of feeling in the North West Region.
We need to move forward for the benefit of our members. The original date of the launch in November is clearly now not practical however it is the unanimous view of the North West that we convene a National Launch of the United Left at the earliest possible opportunity in order to take our union forward for the benefit of all of our members with or without the distraction of an election for JGS. We would argue for early January which, given the continuing attacks on our members wages and conditions in the attempt to solve capitalist problems at our members expense, would show unity in our ranks.
Sent on behalf of the North West United Left.
Sharon Hutchinson
Vice – Secretary
Tony Woodhouse - Chair of Unite - United Left Member
http://unitedleftnw.blogspot.com/
At a well attended meeting of Amicus and TGWU comrades it was unanimously decide to go ahead and form this progressive Left Grouping.
At this meeting we elected officers and a steering committee which will form a Broad Left United Executive Committee.
We have agreed in principle a set of Left progressive policies and principles which will be reviewed periodically.
We believe in a strong lay member democracy – Lay Member control of the Union through a Lay Member Executive Council - cascading down through the Lay structures i.e. Industrial Committees (Regional and National) – Regional Committees - Area Activist Committees and Branches.
At this first meeting the subject of the postponed launch of the United Left was discussed in depth.
Many delegates outlined their total opposition to the delay in launching a National Unite Broad Left citing amongst other reasons the undemocratic manner in which the decision to delay was arrived at together with the pressing need to launch a United Left within the union as soon as possible.
We all know that these points have already been well discussed on this forum and the intent is not to start the debate again but to convey the strength of feeling in the North West Region.
We need to move forward for the benefit of our members. The original date of the launch in November is clearly now not practical however it is the unanimous view of the North West that we convene a National Launch of the United Left at the earliest possible opportunity in order to take our union forward for the benefit of all of our members with or without the distraction of an election for JGS. We would argue for early January which, given the continuing attacks on our members wages and conditions in the attempt to solve capitalist problems at our members expense, would show unity in our ranks.
Sent on behalf of the North West United Left.
Sharon Hutchinson
Vice – Secretary
John Cooper Chair
Pat Coyne Vice-Chair
Neil Sheehan Secretary
John Wiseman TreasurerPat Coyne Vice-Chair
Neil Sheehan Secretary
Tony Woodhouse - Chair of Unite - United Left Member
http://unitedleftnw.blogspot.com/
The future of the Amicus section of Unite
Wiseman Sun Nov 09, 2008 at 06:20:13 PM GMT
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Laurence Faircloth
Candidate for General Secretary
Candidate for General Secretary
Amicus section, Unite
Why am I standing?
The most important issue facing our union is how we face up to the worst economic recession for decades. Many members face job cuts, short-time working or attacks on pay and conditions. Defending our members must be the top priority for every union officer and activist.
Instead we have an election for General Secretary of the Amicus section. This is a complete distraction. So why is this election taking place? Because if Derek Simpson is to defer his retirement for a year, until he is 66, under law he must face an election.
Back in 2002, I supported Derek Simpson when he stood against Ken Jackson and won the General Secretary election in the old AEEU. He was then committed to an activist union where lay members came first. Derek challenged Ken Jackson for wanting to go on beyond retirement age.
Support my nomination
· Shop stewards and workplace reps can nominate if their nomination is endorsed by their members. Nomination forms are available from Regional Offices. Please nominate me and ask other reps to do the same.
· Branches can nominate at their November or December meetings. Please attend and support my nomination.
· Make a donation to my campaign – cheques should be payable to “Laurence Faircloth 4 GenSec”.
· Invite me to your branch or workplace meetings.
Please feel free to contact me on 07790 006 260 or email Laurence.faircloth@gmail.com
Faced with a similar legal challenge, Derek Simpson has put his own personal ambition before the interests of the union membership and forced this election.
Unite can be a great union. Members from Amicus and TGWU sections have been inspired by victories like the Shell tanker drivers, and by Unite flags and banners on protests and picket lines. It’s urgent that we complete the merger of Amicus and TGWU to build a strong union that delivers for all its members.
Nomination details
Address:
36 Burnham Road, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3JH
Branch: Plymouth 0738
Membership number: 30835343
It’s a tragedy that Derek Simpson has over the last year obstructed the integration process time and again. The integration of union structures, officer assignments, education, and organising have all been obstructed. It’s a tragedy that he’s continuing this by insisting on the election – delaying the launch of a single united union by at least six months.
I believe passionately in the merger. We cannot afford to have Derek re-elected if it is only to strengthen his personal ambition and further hinder integration. We need to move forward with building a strong union now.
As Regional Secretary for the South West Region, and for the North West Region before that, I have a track record on building strong union organisation. I’ve made sure the resources are there when members need them. A strong union also means an integrated union, where Amicus and TGWU members work together. Our interests are exactly the same. I’ve worked hard with activists from both sections to progress the merger and build a union we can be proud of.
I make the same commitment, to drive forward to build a strong united union, if elected as Amicus General Secretary.
I am proud to have the support of Amicus Unity Gazette.
What I stand for
· A single united merger, bringing together the Amicus and TGWU sections on a tight timescale. The union will be far stronger when our members can work together in every industrial sector. All officers must be able to support members, without artificial barriers about members belonging to the ‘wrong’ predecessor union. We urgently need a single membership system and a single well-managed financial system.
· Lay democracy and accountability at every level of the union, taking the best practices from the TGWU and Amicus and their predecessor unions. Officers must be accountable to lay members through the union structures. Agreements with employers should never be made behind the backs of members. Democracy and accountability require information. I’ll ensure that branches and lay committees receive the information from the union they need, ending the current veil of secrecy.
· An end to centralised control in the union. We need more regional autonomy to make decisions and control the resources to carry them out. This is a necessity for Scotland, Wales and Ireland with their different government structures. The TGWU model of Regional delivery of education has worked well, and should be implemented across the union. I strongly support an ‘organising model’ of trade unionism but this is best implemented where priorities are determined by lay members at national and regional levels.
· The election of full-time officers is something I have always supported. Election makes officers accountable to members rather than the Union hierarchy. I will initiate a debate on this across the Union so that proposals can be brought forward to the first Rules Conference for the election of future officers.
· Political funds should be directed to candidates who support our policies. I am a long standing Labour Party member – and I believe the Labour Government has not met the aspirations of trade unionists. On too many issues Labour has ignored our members and been too close to the interests of big business. Why is it that a nationalised Northern Rock leads the way in repossessing homes, and now threatens thousands of our members with redundancy? We need to look at how we fund the Labour Party. We should use our political funds at regional level, supporting the candidates who back our policies. It’s time to end the practice of giving the national Labour Party millions of pounds every year with no strings attached.
· The union must be a campaigning union. We must end the anti-trade legislation that prevents us adequately supporting our members in dispute with their employers. We want Government resources diverted from bailouts for the rich towards funding education, health, and housing instead. We must oppose privatisation and the idea that ‘the market’ is the best way to run things. Defending jobs means just that – not having the negotiation of voluntary redundancy terms as the starting point every time.
· Equality for all has to be at the cornerstone of Unite. Hundreds of thousands of our members face discrimination – at work or in wider society - because of their race, gender, sexuality, age, disability, or religion. The whole union must fight to reverse that discrimination. I will ensure that all minorities have the structures available to them in the union to enable their voices to be heard.
· International trade unionism – real internationalism that’s about fighting for our members in an age of globalisation. Internationalism isn’t about round the world jaunts for those at the top of the union – it’s at its best when union members in one country can provide real solidarity to fellow union members in dispute in another. We will not be able to do that until we have won the political fight in this country to allow secondary action in industrial disputes.
· No intimidation, bullying, or harassment within our union. Debate and disagreement are part of trade unionism. Our members, activists and officers must be able to express their views freely.
· Unite: a fighting union. I want every member to know that their union will always be there to defend them at work and outside work. I want a union with a Unite culture not an Amicus or TGWU one. Together we can make this pledge a reality.
Laurence Faircloth
Why am I standing?
The most important issue facing our union is how we face up to the worst economic recession for decades. Many members face job cuts, short-time working or attacks on pay and conditions. Defending our members must be the top priority for every union officer and activist.
Instead we have an election for General Secretary of the Amicus section. This is a complete distraction. So why is this election taking place? Because if Derek Simpson is to defer his retirement for a year, until he is 66, under law he must face an election.
Back in 2002, I supported Derek Simpson when he stood against Ken Jackson and won the General Secretary election in the old AEEU. He was then committed to an activist union where lay members came first. Derek challenged Ken Jackson for wanting to go on beyond retirement age.
Support my nomination
· Shop stewards and workplace reps can nominate if their nomination is endorsed by their members. Nomination forms are available from Regional Offices. Please nominate me and ask other reps to do the same.
· Branches can nominate at their November or December meetings. Please attend and support my nomination.
· Make a donation to my campaign – cheques should be payable to “Laurence Faircloth 4 GenSec”.
· Invite me to your branch or workplace meetings.
Please feel free to contact me on 07790 006 260 or email Laurence.faircloth@gmail.com
Faced with a similar legal challenge, Derek Simpson has put his own personal ambition before the interests of the union membership and forced this election.
Unite can be a great union. Members from Amicus and TGWU sections have been inspired by victories like the Shell tanker drivers, and by Unite flags and banners on protests and picket lines. It’s urgent that we complete the merger of Amicus and TGWU to build a strong union that delivers for all its members.
Nomination details
Address:
36 Burnham Road, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3JH
Branch: Plymouth 0738
Membership number: 30835343
It’s a tragedy that Derek Simpson has over the last year obstructed the integration process time and again. The integration of union structures, officer assignments, education, and organising have all been obstructed. It’s a tragedy that he’s continuing this by insisting on the election – delaying the launch of a single united union by at least six months.
I believe passionately in the merger. We cannot afford to have Derek re-elected if it is only to strengthen his personal ambition and further hinder integration. We need to move forward with building a strong union now.
As Regional Secretary for the South West Region, and for the North West Region before that, I have a track record on building strong union organisation. I’ve made sure the resources are there when members need them. A strong union also means an integrated union, where Amicus and TGWU members work together. Our interests are exactly the same. I’ve worked hard with activists from both sections to progress the merger and build a union we can be proud of.
I make the same commitment, to drive forward to build a strong united union, if elected as Amicus General Secretary.
I am proud to have the support of Amicus Unity Gazette.
What I stand for
· A single united merger, bringing together the Amicus and TGWU sections on a tight timescale. The union will be far stronger when our members can work together in every industrial sector. All officers must be able to support members, without artificial barriers about members belonging to the ‘wrong’ predecessor union. We urgently need a single membership system and a single well-managed financial system.
· Lay democracy and accountability at every level of the union, taking the best practices from the TGWU and Amicus and their predecessor unions. Officers must be accountable to lay members through the union structures. Agreements with employers should never be made behind the backs of members. Democracy and accountability require information. I’ll ensure that branches and lay committees receive the information from the union they need, ending the current veil of secrecy.
· An end to centralised control in the union. We need more regional autonomy to make decisions and control the resources to carry them out. This is a necessity for Scotland, Wales and Ireland with their different government structures. The TGWU model of Regional delivery of education has worked well, and should be implemented across the union. I strongly support an ‘organising model’ of trade unionism but this is best implemented where priorities are determined by lay members at national and regional levels.
· The election of full-time officers is something I have always supported. Election makes officers accountable to members rather than the Union hierarchy. I will initiate a debate on this across the Union so that proposals can be brought forward to the first Rules Conference for the election of future officers.
· Political funds should be directed to candidates who support our policies. I am a long standing Labour Party member – and I believe the Labour Government has not met the aspirations of trade unionists. On too many issues Labour has ignored our members and been too close to the interests of big business. Why is it that a nationalised Northern Rock leads the way in repossessing homes, and now threatens thousands of our members with redundancy? We need to look at how we fund the Labour Party. We should use our political funds at regional level, supporting the candidates who back our policies. It’s time to end the practice of giving the national Labour Party millions of pounds every year with no strings attached.
· The union must be a campaigning union. We must end the anti-trade legislation that prevents us adequately supporting our members in dispute with their employers. We want Government resources diverted from bailouts for the rich towards funding education, health, and housing instead. We must oppose privatisation and the idea that ‘the market’ is the best way to run things. Defending jobs means just that – not having the negotiation of voluntary redundancy terms as the starting point every time.
· Equality for all has to be at the cornerstone of Unite. Hundreds of thousands of our members face discrimination – at work or in wider society - because of their race, gender, sexuality, age, disability, or religion. The whole union must fight to reverse that discrimination. I will ensure that all minorities have the structures available to them in the union to enable their voices to be heard.
· International trade unionism – real internationalism that’s about fighting for our members in an age of globalisation. Internationalism isn’t about round the world jaunts for those at the top of the union – it’s at its best when union members in one country can provide real solidarity to fellow union members in dispute in another. We will not be able to do that until we have won the political fight in this country to allow secondary action in industrial disputes.
· No intimidation, bullying, or harassment within our union. Debate and disagreement are part of trade unionism. Our members, activists and officers must be able to express their views freely.
· Unite: a fighting union. I want every member to know that their union will always be there to defend them at work and outside work. I want a union with a Unite culture not an Amicus or TGWU one. Together we can make this pledge a reality.
Laurence Faircloth
How Labour broke through the race barrier in politics
sunderkatwala Sun Nov 09, 2008 at 12:14:02 AM GMT
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Trevor Phillips has backed away from his comments which suggested a specific problem of institutional racism in the Labour Party. The good news - shown by new Fabian research - is that BME candidates do have fair chances in Labour candidate selections, which was not the case 10 years ago. Labour is the only party in Britain - probably in Europe - to have achieved this breakthrough. This is therefore a very bad moment for the politics of "No We Can't"
New Laurence Faircloth/Unity Gazette website
Wiseman Sat Nov 08, 2008 at 03:06:39 PM GMT
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Dear Colleagues
Please see
http://unitygazette.org.uk/
Also see
http://laurencefairclothforgs.blogspot.com to see more updates
Laurence has now got massive support and is growing.
Be part of change!
Wiseman
Please see
http://unitygazette.org.uk/
Also see
http://laurencefairclothforgs.blogspot.com to see more updates
Laurence has now got massive support and is growing.
Be part of change!
Wiseman
Laurence Faircloth is the future of Amicus Unite
Wiseman Wed Nov 05, 2008 at 12:06:43 PM GMT
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As a former parliamentary and european panel member and active for 35 years. He is best placed to influence the Labour party and make sure Brown delivers for the unions. Please offer him your support. He brings together the centre and left. Other candidates are personally attacking each other. He is above this.
http://laurencefairclothforgs.blogspot.com
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Northampton South shortlist
Andrea Tue Oct 21, 2008 at 11:38:12 AM GMT
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5 candidates are on the shortlist for Northampton South selection.
Eluned Morgan MEP to stand down
Andrea Tue Oct 14, 2008 at 04:18:49 PM GMT
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Eluned Morgan, Welsh MEP since 1994, announced today her intention not to stand again in 2009.
Make more banks state owned
Wiseman Sat Oct 11, 2008 at 09:37:31 PM GMT
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Dear comrades
We should nationalise most banks in trouble.
Wiseman
We should nationalise most banks in trouble.
Wiseman
Fabian Executive election final push
Wiseman Fri Oct 03, 2008 at 11:59:19 AM GMT
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Dear Comrades
The Fabian Executive election is still ongoing. I am supporting the facebook young actvists and Scott Lomax. I hope for your continued support. The final voting date is 17th October
Thanks
John Wiseman
The Fabian Executive election is still ongoing. I am supporting the facebook young actvists and Scott Lomax. I hope for your continued support. The final voting date is 17th October
Thanks
John Wiseman
Wolverhampton North East Selects Emma Reynolds
topcat Sun Sep 28, 2008 at 11:51:40 AM GMT
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Wolverhampton North East finally selects.
Three Candidates for Fabian Executive
Wiseman Wed Sep 17, 2008 at 10:45:17 AM GMT
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Three Candidates statements for Fabian Executive including myself
As a Labour party progressive, I feel we need to change society. We must make it more equal, so more inclusive than exclusive. As part of this change we must close the poverty gap. As an active trade unionist, co-operator, Manchester society member and democratic socialist, I feel we must debate key issues around us including the environment and economic instability. I will hopefully match the proud tradition of Fabians.
John Wiseman
Scott Lomax has announced he is standing again, Scott is a fellow progressive, who would add much to the Fabian Executive. As some of you may know Scott has stood before and has a facebook group.
Scott Lomax
I am writing to you as I think you may be a Fabian Society member. If you are
not - apologies, but you should be flattered. If you are, you will soon be
receiving your ballot paper for the election to the Fabian Executive. I am
standing and I would like to ask for one of your votes.
For the past year, as most of you will know, I have been Chair of the Young
Fabians. I have previously served as Vice Chair, International Officer, and
Policy and Publications Officer, and have been active in the Society for five
years. Last year I edited and co-wrote the Fabian pamphlet 'Stopping the Far
Right'.
During my year as Chair, Young Fabian membership has grown rapidly, at a time
when membership of the Labour Party and other sections of the Fabian Society has
decreased. Despite having no staff, we have held over 40 events. At Labour
Conference next week, we will be hosting a fringe and reception. We have
produced four issues of Anticipations, and four editions of our policy
newsletter. Our Schools Project has been backed by over 20 MPs and has reached
out to thousands of young people for whom the Project is their first taste of
politics. We are leading a trip of nearly 100 Labour and Fabian members to Ohio
for the US elections and have developed a new website - www.youngfabians.org.uk.
Finally, we formed six policy commissions and held consultations throughout the
year with our members to produce a submission to Ed Miliband MP on our proposals
for the next Labour manifesto - a process commended by Ed and by many senior
MPs.
Of course, the fantastic Young Fabian Executive members who organised this
year's events, publications, projects, trips and consultations should take the
credit for these achievements. However, I hope that my chairing has contributed
to what has been - despite a difficult political environment - a fantastic year
for the Young Fabians.
Throughout the year, I have also represented the Young Fabians on the Fabian
Society Executive, attending every meeting and successfully rebutting a proposal
to diminish Young Fabian representation on the Fabian Executive.
I do not want to be elected simply to amass points for a political CV. To
reinvigorate our party, we need a constant supply of new centre-left ideas. The
Fabian Society is a unique source of this thinking and I believe that I have a
valuable contribution to make to the next year of Fabian work. My strong
commitment to the Fabian Society is clear from my work with the Young Fabians
over the last five years. If elected, I would continue this commitment and would
always be open to ideas from the Fabian membership.
Please do not 'reply all' to this message, as people will get angry and nobody
will vote for me. If you would like to ask me any questions about this, or the
work of the Young Fabians, drop me an email at markrusling@hotmail.com or give
me a ring - 07796 393944.
Best wishes, Mark Rusling
As a Labour party progressive, I feel we need to change society. We must make it more equal, so more inclusive than exclusive. As part of this change we must close the poverty gap. As an active trade unionist, co-operator, Manchester society member and democratic socialist, I feel we must debate key issues around us including the environment and economic instability. I will hopefully match the proud tradition of Fabians.
John Wiseman
Scott Lomax has announced he is standing again, Scott is a fellow progressive, who would add much to the Fabian Executive. As some of you may know Scott has stood before and has a facebook group.
Scott Lomax
I am writing to you as I think you may be a Fabian Society member. If you are
not - apologies, but you should be flattered. If you are, you will soon be
receiving your ballot paper for the election to the Fabian Executive. I am
standing and I would like to ask for one of your votes.
For the past year, as most of you will know, I have been Chair of the Young
Fabians. I have previously served as Vice Chair, International Officer, and
Policy and Publications Officer, and have been active in the Society for five
years. Last year I edited and co-wrote the Fabian pamphlet 'Stopping the Far
Right'.
During my year as Chair, Young Fabian membership has grown rapidly, at a time
when membership of the Labour Party and other sections of the Fabian Society has
decreased. Despite having no staff, we have held over 40 events. At Labour
Conference next week, we will be hosting a fringe and reception. We have
produced four issues of Anticipations, and four editions of our policy
newsletter. Our Schools Project has been backed by over 20 MPs and has reached
out to thousands of young people for whom the Project is their first taste of
politics. We are leading a trip of nearly 100 Labour and Fabian members to Ohio
for the US elections and have developed a new website - www.youngfabians.org.uk.
Finally, we formed six policy commissions and held consultations throughout the
year with our members to produce a submission to Ed Miliband MP on our proposals
for the next Labour manifesto - a process commended by Ed and by many senior
MPs.
Of course, the fantastic Young Fabian Executive members who organised this
year's events, publications, projects, trips and consultations should take the
credit for these achievements. However, I hope that my chairing has contributed
to what has been - despite a difficult political environment - a fantastic year
for the Young Fabians.
Throughout the year, I have also represented the Young Fabians on the Fabian
Society Executive, attending every meeting and successfully rebutting a proposal
to diminish Young Fabian representation on the Fabian Executive.
I do not want to be elected simply to amass points for a political CV. To
reinvigorate our party, we need a constant supply of new centre-left ideas. The
Fabian Society is a unique source of this thinking and I believe that I have a
valuable contribution to make to the next year of Fabian work. My strong
commitment to the Fabian Society is clear from my work with the Young Fabians
over the last five years. If elected, I would continue this commitment and would
always be open to ideas from the Fabian membership.
Please do not 'reply all' to this message, as people will get angry and nobody
will vote for me. If you would like to ask me any questions about this, or the
work of the Young Fabians, drop me an email at markrusling@hotmail.com or give
me a ring - 07796 393944.
Best wishes, Mark Rusling
Labour seeks candidate to take on Cameron
alexhilton Mon Sep 15, 2008 at 01:00:42 PM GMT
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Here is the most recent list of Parliamentary Selections
John Wiseman for Fabian Executive election part 2
Wiseman Thu Sep 11, 2008 at 05:21:28 PM GMT
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I believe the voting begins next week.
Statement below
As a Labour party progressive, I feel we need to change society. We must make it more equal, so more inclusive than exclusive. As part of this change we must close the poverty gap. As an active trade unionist, co-operator, Manchester society member and democratic socialist, I feel we must debate key issues around us including the environment and economic instability. I will hopefully match the proud tradition of Fabians.
John Wiseman
Statement below
As a Labour party progressive, I feel we need to change society. We must make it more equal, so more inclusive than exclusive. As part of this change we must close the poverty gap. As an active trade unionist, co-operator, Manchester society member and democratic socialist, I feel we must debate key issues around us including the environment and economic instability. I will hopefully match the proud tradition of Fabians.
John Wiseman
Fraser Kemp to retire
Andrea Sat Sep 06, 2008 at 11:40:01 AM GMT
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Fraser Kemp MP has announced that he will retire at next GE.
We should be ashamed on the gap between the rich and the poor!!
Wiseman Wed Sep 03, 2008 at 07:08:44 PM GMT
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I was happy when we came to power, hoping for at least a centre-left path. We have had some good things from the Government eg minimum wage (not enough), paternity pay, maternity leave, no of staff for union recognition etc, but how can you judge us as a social democratic/socialist party? I feel the real problem is the gap between the rich and the poor which is greater than it has ever been. We may be helping poorer families more, but they are still struggling, with energy and food prices. I don't want to be too critical, but it is something that we need look at, and if figures are anything to go by, we should be ashamed.
Wiseman
Ann Cryer to step down
alexhilton Thu Aug 21, 2008 at 08:12:55 AM GMT
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Keighley MP Ann Cryer has decided to retire from parliament at the next election.
John Austin MP to stand down
Andrea Fri Aug 01, 2008 at 03:35:24 PM GMT
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Erith and Thamesmead MP John Austin has annunced he will stand down at next GE.
Northampton South selection kicks off
NorthantsObserver Thu Jul 31, 2008 at 11:53:21 AM GMT
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Who will take on this tough challenge?
Tony Wright to stand down
Andrea Mon Jul 21, 2008 at 12:31:31 PM GMT
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Cannock Chase MP Tony Wright announced he will stand down at next GE because of health fears.
I am proud of public sector workers!!
Wiseman Wed Jul 16, 2008 at 11:20:55 PM GMT
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Dear Comrades
I am proud of my comrades in Unison and Unite, who have stood together and stood up for a better wage. They deserve better pay, as well as many other workers. The fact is that the Government have got this wrong. Increases of about 5-6% would not affect the economy, in fact it would give people more money to spend or save, so helping. It is fuel, articial pricing and company mismangement causing inflation. Keep fighting! You have my backing!!
John Wiseman
Unite rep
PPC Westmorland and Lonsdale
I am proud of my comrades in Unison and Unite, who have stood together and stood up for a better wage. They deserve better pay, as well as many other workers. The fact is that the Government have got this wrong. Increases of about 5-6% would not affect the economy, in fact it would give people more money to spend or save, so helping. It is fuel, articial pricing and company mismangement causing inflation. Keep fighting! You have my backing!!
John Wiseman
Unite rep
PPC Westmorland and Lonsdale
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