Labouring for Peace
A new book by Grace Crookall-Greening and Rosalie Huzzard charts the history of the peace movement in the Labour Party from the end of the Second World War to the present day.
Curry evening in October
All members are warmly invited to join us for a meal at the Village Cuisine in Farnborough on Monday 24 October at 7:30pm. Our guest speaker is Baron John Monks, General Secretary of the TUC from 1993 to 2003.
Nigel’s letter on George Osborne’s excuses
Our party secretary, Nigel de Gruchy, had a great letter published in the Guardian this week. Here’s the full text.
Oliver Letwin thinks public sector workers need to be more scared
Oliver Letwin told a recent meeting that public services were failing and that to improve productivity the government needed to instil more fear and discipline.
Great data graphic on the failings of profit-driven healthcare
A timely data graphic by MedicalTranscription.net documents the dire consequences for the people of the United States of mixing business and health.
How do you plan to vote in the AV referendum?
In the latest issue of our Voice magazine, we gave two of our members the chance to put the case for and against AV. You can read their arguments here. And if you want learn more, come to our meeting on Wednesday 27 April where we will have speakers from the Yes to Fairer Votes and the No to AV campaigns.
Social Democracy and a Progressive Alternative for Britain
Opponents of the coalition’s reckless cuts are often ridiculed for suggesting no alternative policies. In a new paper, our resident economist and political scientist, Michael Kain proposes his anti-recession plan for British and European economic recovery, growth and job creation.
Letters to the Bromley Times
Orpington Labour Party Secretary Nigel de Gruchy has written two letters to the Bromley Times about Tories poor memory of who really caused the financial crisis and recession. The first version was lost by the paper so Nigel recently sent the revised version.
Join us on the March for the Alternative
Members of Orpington Labour party will be taking part in the national march and rally in London on Saturday 26 March 2011, to protest against the government’s reckless spending cuts and for alternative policies to promote jobs, growth and justice.
Nicky Gavron to speak to Orpington Labour Party
The London Assembly Member and former Deputy Mayor of London will be speaking at the March meeting of the Orpington Labour Party.
Watch the Labour leadership debates on YouTube and BBC
The New Statesman, Compass and Newsnight leadership debates are all available to watch on the web.
Orpington Labour on Facebook
Thanks to the magnificent Stephanie we now have a Facebook page! Just ‘Like’ our page to get Orpington Labour news on your wall.
Labour Manifesto Video on YouTube
Have a look at this great video explaining Labour’s Manifesto.
Rebuilding our Optimism and Enthusiasm
At the Compass Summer Lecture last night, I heard Dr Jon Cruddas MP give a rousing speech that captured the disillusionment that many of us feel, but more importantly showed how we can recapture our optimism and enthusiasm. Could this be the future of social democracy?
US Conservatives Smear the NHS
US President Obama wants to reform their health care system to control rising costs, guarantee choice of doctor, and assure high-quality, affordable health care for all Americans. In attacking these brave and long overdue reforms, right-wing groups have been lying about the NHS.
Business as Usual
Has the MPs expenses scandal let the bankers of the hook?
Orpington Labour Party Annual Report 2008
For those who didn’t get a paper copy at the recent AGM, here is a downloadable and printable copy of Nigel de Gruchy’s Annual Report.
Local Government Committee AGM
The AGM of the Bromley Labour Local Government Committee is coming up on Tuesday 10 March at 8.00 pm at the HG Wells Centre, St Marks Road, BROMLEY, BR2 9HG.
Only 6% Support Royal Mail Sell-Off
A recent poll showed that less than 6% of people support the proposed part privatisation of the Royal Mail.
Stand Up and Be Counted to Keep Out the BNP
There is a real danger that a low turn out in the European elections could allow the BNP to gain an MEP. Join the HOPE not hate campaign to prevent a fascist from representing Britain in the European Parliament.
