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Healthcare in Cuba and Britain: Newcastle Public Meeting 01/06/08

29-05-2008 02:25

Cuba is renowned for its healthcare system, but how is this possible for a small country under economic blockade?
And what can we learn from Cuba about the situation we face in Britain, with an NHS under crisis and privatisation?
Come and join the discussion. All welcome.

Bite Back #13 - Out Now!

22-05-2008 15:43

Bite Back is a 36 page magazine, full of direct action reports, prisoner news, stories and photos.

MAYDAY Magazine meeting 24th May midday Newcastle

19-05-2008 14:53

Advertising a progressive political meeting and trying to take the working class movement forward and towards better politics.

Call for submissions against Shell pipeline- DEADLINE WED 25th JUNE

19-05-2008 13:55

Now Shell have applied for planning for their 'new' pipeline route, we must act swiftly to oppose it at every stage. Everyone can make submissions! This entire project has been the cause of untold misery, strife and unhappiness for our families and community. We will continue to resist Shell through every legal, political and campaigning means open to us, even though this could lead to more years of unnecessary conflict. Please support us!

The Tax Credit Gamble

13-05-2008 19:01

Millions of families each year are pushed into debt because of the incompetence of HMRC.

Northern Conference Against Racism all set for June 21st

12-05-2008 14:05

On Saturday 21st June Tyneside Community Action for Refugees (TCAR) will host an anti-racist conference in order to make links with other anti-racists and broaden the struggle against racism. The day will consist of a panel discussion, interactive and practical workshops and a plenary session to attempt to draw together some concrete plans for action against racism in the North of England.

Benefit night for Guatemala Peace Brigades International

06-05-2008 11:51

Are You Dancing? DISCO on Saturday 31st May at The Yard Theatre, Old Birley Street, Hulme. Free Popcorn! Great Music, beautifully decorated venue, reasonably priced drinks and all proceeds to go to Peace Brigades International - Guatemala (www.pbi-guatemala.org)
Starts @ 8.30pm and costs £3 (concession) or £4 to get in.

Foie Gras Free North: Report

03-05-2008 13:56

A brief report on the Foie Gras Free North (FGFN) campaign. Information about the website, progress and the ludicrously named 'ethcial' foie gras.

Workers Memorial Day 28th April Gateshead

27-04-2008 08:53

This is a great event concerning the growing social movement against diseases caused by capitalism. Asbestos is going to cause a growing number of deaths for years to come and it is important to be aware that it is in schools, workplaces and hospitals near you.

Cannabis Campaigners say "Stick it to them"

23-04-2008 22:02

The LCA is asking people to either write on their ballot papers or attach a suitable sticker to show their feelings against the injustice of the law that punishes victimless cannabis users and prevents beneficial uses of the plant.

A success in every way! Audacious Space Leeds

14-04-2008 21:16

This was posted as a comment to the UK feature on the days of action for squats and autonomous spaces but it deserves to be read as an article in it's own right so I've reposted it here...

Squat days of action summary...

14-04-2008 11:48

The following is an attempt at a non comprehensive summary of the actions, demonstrations, gatherings and various initiatives that happen during the days of action for squats and autonomous spaces. The summary was created from reports on the IMC UK newswire and english language reports posted to the April2008 website.

Note: A more comprehensive summary now exists on the April2008 website..

URGENT: Please fax Jacqui Smith to protest against Rose's deportation

08-04-2008 20:59

Today Rose was moved from the police station to a detention centre, and we have information that she is due to be deported this Thursday, 10th April. Please fax Jacqui Smith on 020 8760 3132 and ask her to halt Rose's deportation and give her exceptional leave to remain. You can use the attached model fax or write your own

the Audacious Space free cafe & info-shop - Leeds City Centre 11-12 April

08-04-2008 13:21

Part of the International Weekend of Action in defence of squats and autonomous spaces - see

http://april2008.squat.net

Freedom for Rose! Demonstrations Tuesday and Wednesday in Newcastle

07-04-2008 22:52

Rose Aboukha from Newcastle was arbitrarily arrested under immigration regulations today at North Shields. Demonstrations for her released are being organised on Tuesday 8th April and Wednesday 9th April. Your support is needed.

Sophie’s death leads to campaigns to end prejudice against Alternative subcultur

25-03-2008 10:49

Tragic murder of Goth girl Sophie Lancaster and the trial of her killers has sparked campaigns to fight intolerance motivated by prejudice about how people dress and to a popular petition calling for a law to protect against attacks.

Keith Mann in Wakefield (Sat. 22nd March)

14-03-2008 21:49

Keith Mann is heading to Wakefield to give a presentation on his book about the Animal Liberation Movement 'From dusk 'til dawn' and to show the film 'Behind the mask'

World Day for lab animals,Oxford (April 19th)

14-03-2008 21:42

Transport from around the country, some spaces still available in Yorkshire.

Defendants in Newcastle win right to take their case to a District Judge

10-03-2008 18:23

The four activists charged with participating in an unlicensed street collection at an anti-deportation event on 7th May 2007 won the right today, Monday 10th March, to have their case heard before a district judge.