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This bunch are god they need to get out get comfort knowing mps feel the same and the whole of uk so draining isn't it
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Imagine being as hated as starmer plus reeves Kendall and Timms . And not caring a jot . I watched silver fox yesterday and he reckons starmers gone by October. I know he’s only guessing like the rest of us but I like listening to him having a go at them , makes me feel better.
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The Russia situation is a divisive subject and I support Ukraine by the way but how on Earth would the British public get behind Starmer and co in a war against Russia? The guy can't even run a bath let alone this country.
You think all the disabled people hit by cuts are going to experience that patriotic fervour, "your country needs you" come on, this is related to this situation. Most of them will be resorting to either shoplifting or getting their friends or family to give them money.
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Oh I seen that one the things he says makes me laugh wish it was before 30th June!!
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Thousands of people have gathered to “send a message” to the Government with a demonstration over spending cuts and welfare reform.Campaign group The People’s Assembly said it expected trade unionists, campaigners and activists to attend the event in central London on Saturday.MPs Jeremy Corbyn and Diane Abbott are among those expected to give speeches at a rally in Whitehall.The organisers accused the Government of making spending cuts that target the poorest in society.Representatives from the National Education Union, Revolutionary Communist Party, Green Party and the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union could all be seen at the march’s start point in Portland Place.The large crowd then set off towards Whitehall shortly before 1pm.Many of the protesters were holding placards that read “Tax the rich, stop the cuts – welfare not warfare”.Other signs being held aloft said “Nurses not nukes” and “Cut war, not welfare”.A People’s Assembly spokesperson said: “The adherence to ‘fiscal rules’ traps us in a public service funding crisis, increasing poverty, worsening mental health and freezing public sector pay.Thousands of people were taking part in the march (Lucy North/PA)“Scrapping winter fuel payments, keeping the Tory two-child benefit cap, abandoning Waspi women, cutting £5 billion of welfare by limiting Pip and universal credit eligibility, and slashing UK foreign aid from 0.5% to 0.3% of GDP, while increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP, are presented as ‘tough choices’.“Real tough choices would be for a Labour government to tax the rich and their hidden wealth, to fund public services, fair pay, investment in communities and the NHS.”The People’s Assembly said it is bringing together trade unionists, health, disability, housing, and welfare campaigners with community organisations under the slogan: No to Austerity2.0.There will be also be speeches from trade union leaders, disability rights activists, anti-poverty campaigners and groups calling for more investment in the NHS and other public services.The spokesperson added: “We face a growing threat from the far right, fuelled by racism, division and failed politics. We need to see people’s lives improve, we need to see the vulnerable cared for and an end to child poverty.“On June 7, we march for education, for our NHS, for welfare, for refugees, against hate, and for a society in which our children can flourish.”5 -
Why would anyone go and fight for the uk and risk being injured and returning disabled ?
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It would be like fighting directly for starmer
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Wow this is good. Labour are paid for by the unions aren’t they ?
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To make him think he looks good . He’s a truly pathetic man
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Worst I’ve ever seen
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No one would
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The Labour Party in the UK does receive funding from trade unions, but it is not entirely paid for by them. Here's how it works:
1. Trade Union Donations
- Several major UK trade unions (like Unite, Unison, GMB, etc.) are affiliated with the Labour Party and donate millions of pounds annually.
- These unions are a key source of funding, especially for general elections, campaigning, and local party activities.
- The donations come from a political levy — members of a union can choose whether or not to contribute to this levy.
2. Other Sources of Funding
- Labour also receives money from:
- Individual members (membership fees)
- Private donations (from individuals or organisations)
- Public funding (e.g. Short Money, which supports opposition parties in Parliament)
3. Why Unions Fund Labour
- Historically, the Labour Party was founded by trade unions in the early 20th century to represent working people.
- The relationship is still strong, although tensions do sometimes arise (especially if Labour leadership moves away from traditional union positions).
In Summary:
Yes, trade unions provide significant financial support to Labour, but they are not the only source of funding. Labour is partly paid for by the unions, but also relies on memberships, private donations, and some public funds.
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Mr Ali iseral
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Afternoon all. Please can I ask that we all remain civil and respectful of one another. I appreciate this is a very important and for many of us, very personal subject and that can sometimes make us impassioned but we are all on the same side. 💛
May I ask we keep the Joy Dove discussion around facts solely to the inquest outcome. If this continues to become and issue, we may have to pause the discussion (which isn't something we want to do at all).
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Thank you Holly.
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I thought this was a community forum so everyone's opinion is their opinion
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Is this good or bad
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So if everything does become law then our pip continues til it is look at again. My pip is still waiting to be reviewed .if I did lose pip at anytime would I lose my lcwra as well or is that if these changes happen you lose the lcwra
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My doctor says that they will be asked to support a claim so I guess this is being thrown about as a idea. Poor doctors they don't have much time now
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https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/protest-austerity-march-london-whitehall-downing-street-bbc-b1231704.html
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