London
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London: A talk on the politics of cancer in an age of austerity
On 2 July Wendy Savage and Hilary Wainwright join Mike Marqusee to launch his new book on the politics of cancer and NHS privatisation at Housmans bookshop in London. Continue reading
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Housmans Books Newsletter July 2014
24 June 2014 — Housmans Books NEWS 1. Second-Hand Book Basement – new stock and Tumblr page2. Peace News 2014 Summer Camp3. First World War Catalogue 4. Laurence Housman Anniversary Walk Continue reading
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Course: Youth- Demand the Impossible 2014!
Time for a plug: As well as co-editing NLP I’ve helped to found and run Demand the Impossible, a summer school on radical politics and activism for London youth. Applications for this year’s course, which will be at City University from August 4-8, are now open. Here’s the trailer for the course: Continue reading
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Inclusive Capitalism in London – you and I are not invited By John Weeks
On 27 May a conference unfolded in London with the title, “Inclusive Capitalism Initiative”, in Mansion House and Guild Hall in the heart of the City (heart – City, is that an oxymoron?). Unless informed to the contrary, the person in the street would assume that a conference searching to make capitalism more inclusive might… Continue reading
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Sun Ra’s Solar Archestra Live in London!
This year marks the centenary of Sun Ra’s birth and these four nights promise to be a very special celebration of one of the greats. Operating under the direction of saxophonist Marshall Allen – who himself is celebrating his 90th year, the Arkestra have made Cafe OTO their home in London and this will be… Continue reading
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Housmans Books June 2014 Newsletter
27 May 2014 — Housmans Books NEWS 1. Peace News 2014 Summer Camp2. Campaign against Climate Change Cabaret Fundraiser3. Thousands needed to join Human Peace Scarf protest Continue reading
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Event: People’s Europe versus Corporate Europe: What should the Left be demanding of Europe?
From the proposed TTIP trade deal, to fracking and the privatisation of our NHS, the EU too often operates in the corporate interest. Across Europe we are faced with the choice of neoliberal technocrats or far-right nationalists. Event Tuesday, 20 May 2014, House Of Commons Continue reading
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Housmans Books Newsletter May 2014
29 April 2014 — Housmans NEWS 1. London Radical Bookfair & Alternative Press Takeover 2014 2. Left Book Club run for sale 3. Zed Books Competition 4. Petition to stop recruitment of 16 year olds into the UK armed forces Continue reading
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Event: Prepare for Troublemakers
Throughout history there have been those who sought to change the world and in doing so were labelled troublemakers. But are they always radical, extreme, revolutionary or even violent? Are they always anti-establishment or left-wing? Has social media changed the way people protest? Discussion: Protest in a Digital Age; The Evolution of Feminism and the… Continue reading
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A Compulsory Purchase for London By Helen Kearney
The demolition of the Heygate Estate in South London is gathering pace now. After years of plans and ‘decanting’ of residents, the vast estate – condemned for so long – is finally coming down. The area of Elephant and Castle is being regenerated, and in a glossy post-regeneration landscape there is no room for a… Continue reading
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Housmans Books Newsletter April 2014
28 March 2014 — Housmans NEWS 1. Agit Disco: a benefit shindig for Housmans2. London Radical Bookfair & Alternative Press Takeover 20143. Shop closures Continue reading
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Housmans Radical Books March 2014 Newsletter
25 February 2014 — Housmans NEWS 1. Agit Disco: a benefit shindig for Housmans2. Office space to let at 5 Caledonian Road3. Left Unity job opportunity: Administrative Assistant Continue reading
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The London Underground strikes
The Mayor of London, who campaigned for election on the promise of keeping ticket offices open, now plans to close every London Underground ticket office as part of this budget cut. The first tranche of cuts will also see the loss of nearly 1000 front line, safety critical and customer facing station jobs. Continue reading
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London: Fire station closures endanger lives By Allison Smith and Paul Bond
This month has seen the closure of 10 fire stations across London, with the loss of 552 firefighters and 14 fire engines. The cuts have been forced through by Conservative Party mayor of London, Boris Johnson, in order to achieve budget savings of £45 million over the next two years. This will place extraordinary pressure… Continue reading
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Housmans Radical Books January 2014 Newsletter
14 January 2014 — Housmans HOUSMANS NEWS UPDATE1. Housmans New Year Clearance Sale now on!2. Peace News WW1 event and campaign3. Two event additions and a date change Continue reading
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Housmans Newsletter December 2013
3 December 2013 — Housmans NEWS 1. Please encourage your friends and family to support Housmans2. Seasonal closing times3. Date change for Seumas Milne event4. ForcesWatch petition to stop recruitment of 16 year olds into the UK armed forces Continue reading
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Housmans Books 26 November 2013: Building improvements / Boycott Amazon / Cards & Calendars / Books of the Year
26 November 2013 — Housmans 1. HOUSMANS IMPROVEMENTS & A REQUEST FOR YOUR SUPPORT2. DIARIES & CALENDARS3. CHRISTMAS CARDS4. BOOKS OF THE YEAR Continue reading
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