Dates For The Big Red Diary

Hello comrades!

2016 isn't yet over, but lots is going to be happening in 2017 for everyone who opposes oppression and exploitation and wants to drive back the right in and out of parliament!

There are going to be plenty more events going on, but here are some you'll want to be sure you don't miss!

January

3rd - Action For Rail have called a national day of action, as on the 1st January new rises in rail fares will be announced. This comes against a backdrop of strikes as the RMT act to defend the safety of the railways in Liverpool and the South East.

12th - SWP Meeting: Prospects for Socialist in 2017, including report back from national conference. This is likely to be a members-only meeting, please email branchsec@derbyswp.org.uk for more information.

26th - SWP Meeting:

How can we beat Trump?

After the solidarity protest against the inauguration of Trump on 20th January in London, this meeting is essential to help us navigate an increasingly polarised capitalist world.

Join us on Thursday 26th January at 7 pm, at the West End Community Centre, Mackworth Road, Derby.

February

4th - Stand Up To Racism Trades Union Conference
It's vitally important that active trades unionists are also active anti-racists as our rulers attempt to whip up hatred between groups of workers. Get yourself down to the national Stand Up To Racism Trades Union Conference at Hamilton House in London!

March

4th - Save Our NHS National Demonstration, London
18th - National Stand Up To Racism demonstration - celebrate UN Anti-Racism Day!