The Oxford Union have announced that Steve Bannon will be speaking with only two days notice. Don’t let them get away with this dirty trick and join us outside the Union at 2:30 on Friday to demonstrate against yet another white nationalist in our city.
On this day 75 years ago, Ellen Wilkinson passed away. She was a working class woman who rose to become a Cabinet Secretary in Attlee's government.
We post this obituary from the time in the hope that this tribute will keep alive the memory of a giant of the Labour movement.
OULC welcomes
@jonlansman
's motion to the NEC calling for a new Labour students organisation. Students have been crying out for action on this issue for decades. It is time we had a democratic student organisation that represents all Labour students
This tweet is very popular with transphobes, so here’s what we’re going to do: at the end of the weekend the number of nasty replies/qts will be added up and divided by ten, then that amount will be donated to
@mermaids_gender
!
Oxford University Labour Club stand in full solidarity with those taking industrial action this week.
Working people deserve better. Our transport workers, who keep this country running, they deserve better.
#railstrike
@RMTunion
Congratulations to our very own
@AnnelieseDodds
on her appointment to the position of Shadow Chancellor today, becoming the first woman to hold the position!! We're absolutely thrilled for her and know that she'll do a great job holding the Tories to account.
Last night at our General Meeting, OULC voted to officially back
@AbolishEton
! As an Oxbridge Labour Club we are in a unique position to speak out against institutionalised privilege in education. We are so proud to support such a great campaign 🌹
It is disgusting that Angela has had to go through this. The threats are sickening.
We stand in full solidarity with you
@AngelaRayner
and send all our support. You are strong and an inspiration to so many of us, keep going - we’ve got your back🌹x
Previously I haven't talked about the death threats and abuse that I receive because I thought it would make things worse.
But now I've decided to to speak out because I want to say that these people won't stop me doing my job and they won't silence me.
Great to see so many out in solidarity with
@OxWorkerJustice
. OULC stands shoulder to shoulder with those demanding the Oxford Living Wage.
@WadhamOxford
cannot continue to call itself a 'progressive' college whilst paying its workers a poverty wage.
Inspiring to see such great solidarity from London! Thanks to John McDonnell, Clive Lewis, and other speakers representing our trade union movement 🇺🇦✊
In light of recent events, OULC would like to reinforce our commitment to standing against anti-semitism, misogyny, and transphobia in all its forms. People who engage in such behaviour have no place in our movement and should not be given positions of authority.
Rosena knows. Please listen to her words. Solidarity with
@DrRosena
and all the incredible, kind hearted key workers giving their time as well as their physical and emotional well being to protect and look after us. They deserve so much better.
Day after day and night after night, frontline workers show up for us all. They don’t have the luxury of working from home and staying protected. At the very least, they must have timely access to testing and results. The Government must do better.
THREAD: OULC strongly condemns the appalling treatment of Ebenezer Azamati by the Oxford Union. The Union, though claiming to be a bastion of freedom open to all, has shown itself to be nothing of the sort.
A huge thank you to everyone who came canvassing in Uxbridge and South Ruislip today for
@DannyBeales
Canvassing is such an important way for us to turn Britain red, so we would love to see more of you join us as we get closer towards polling day on July 20th 2023 🌹
The Oxford University Labour Club are saddened to hear the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen shall be remembered for her deep sense of duty, her iron self-discipline, her immense self-restraint and her grace. We pay our respects, and our thoughts are with the Royal Family.
Today we stood with our trans siblings against the Government's refusal to protect trans people.
@isabsimpson
and
@fionnmcfadden
spoke on behalf of OULC. Their words were powerful. "An attack on one is in an attack on all"❤️✊🏳️⚧️
Fantastic turnout as we continue our General Election campaign, heading to Filton and Bradley Stoke to campaign for
@CHazelgrove
.
Want to help us win this election? DM us! 🌹
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Baroness Boothroyd. From growing up in poverty to becoming the first (and still only) woman Speaker of the House of Commons, Boothroyd was a pioneer for women in politics and an inspiration to us all. 🌹
Some colleges have this but less than all is not good enough. Nobody should have to choose between food and period products.
If your college doesn't have this, a JCR motion could be used to demand funding. Get in touch if you want an example of motions from other colleges
oxford colleges please make it mandatory to have period products available for free in college bathrooms i shouldn’t have to decide between eating lunch and buying more pads when there’s work to be done
It was so lovely to meet so many freshers today! Thank you
@AnnelieseDodds
for coming along and helping us out! We’re going to be back in South Schools tomorrow - come and say hi 🌹
OULC will once again be standing shoulder to shoulder with
@OxfordUCU
during this round of strike action. There is no difference between the interests of educators and those of students: when the rights of teachers are undermined, we all lose out. See you on the picket line🌹💪
Really proud to join the Oxford UCU in solidarity today and for Amy to speak in support of their reballot.
Good luck to every UCU member striking tomorrow and remember that we in the Labour Club back you every step of the way! 🌹✊
The government SHOULD be focusing on protecting people, feeding hungry families; looking after our most vulnerable.
What are they doing instead?
Breaking the law, denying it and then wasting our time trying to save their own backs.
Appalling.
#downingstreetparties
#toriesout
Great to be back in Golders Green supporting
@suzianna63
and
@sarahsackman
! Had an enjoyable day out, with plenty of solid conversations on the doorstep
Great to have
@AnaOpp
come and speak to the club this evening about
@labfreemvmt
and developments in Polish politics. Such an important perspective and powerful voice for migrants!
OULC will be going campaigning for the wonderful
@Rabyah_Khan
in Summertown this Thursday. We'll be knocking on doors alongside political commentator and journalist
@OwenJones84
, so don't miss out!
Event details on this link:
We had an amazing time campaigning in Uxbridge and South Ruislip today with
@LabourStudents
on behalf of
@DannyBeales
as part of
#SuperSunday
. Another step towards turning Uxbridge red 🌹
It was great to have
@RhonddaBryant
visiting us today! It was particularly fascinating to hear about his internationalism, the EU, Wales, and (of course) his role as Chair of the Privileges and Standards Committee
The OULC are saddened to hear of the passing of our first female chair, Baroness Shirley Williams. We would like to pay tribute to the trailblazing and progressive politician who was an inspiration to so many. She will be sorely missed.
"I have but little more to say, sir, of his honesty: he has every thing that an honest man should not have; what an honest man should have, he has nothing."
We are proud to announce that today, Thursday 31st October 2019, is the 100th anniversary since the foundation of our Club. Many thanks to
@AnnelieseDodds
and Ed Turner for speaking. We look forward to what we are sure will be another great century of socialism at OULC 🌷✊
An election has been called for December 12th. OULC is ready to fight for a radical Labour government - this election we’re gonna go harder and further than ever before because this country can’t wait any longer🌹- Meg and Jay
Wishing our Honorary Chair, the legendary Neil Kinnock, the very happiest of birthdays as he celebrates his 81st. Wishing him many happy returns alongside loved ones!
In 1987, Neil Kinnock gave this poignant speech against Thatcher, and her policies designed to crush the spirit of workers. 35 years later, it is as relevant to this Tory government as it was to hers - only the interests of the rich and their mates matter to them.
OULC was standing in solidarity with striking lecturers this morning and demanding that Oxford Uni's VC call on UUK to come back to the table
#JeezLouise
🌹THE MT19 TERMCARD IS HERE!🌹
This will be our biggest term yet. Join us as we celebrate 100 years of OULC and bring back some of our biggest alumni including Ed Miliband and Angela Eagle.
Other highlights:
@AbolishEton
, Justice4Grenfell,
@graceblakeley
and Clive Lewis MP.
DONATION UPDATE! We received 947 nasty replies/qts over the weekend, so we’ve rounded up the
@Mermaids_Gender
donation to £100! Thanks for all the engagement, you’re helping to make the world a better place for trans youth. If you’d like to join us in donating the link is below!
OULC stand in full solidarity with those at the criminal bar out on strike. The government has for too long ignored the warnings of the Criminal Bar Association and continued to cut legal aid. The criminal bar upholds justice day in and out, they deserve a fair and equal wage.
In 2018, the Tories promised to ban conversion therapy. They described it as abhorrent and said it had no place in this country. 4 years later they have broken their promise, once again showing their disregard for the LGBTQ+ community.
Join the
@OxfordAgainstCT
protest tomorrow.
Had a wonderful time canvassing today. Great to have so many new OULC faces on the
#labourdoorstep
for the first time- particularly when it's so cold out! ❄️
Solidarity with Leeds' Jewish students after this hateful display. Our campuses should be safe for all students. We hope those responsible are found and face the necessary consequences
Local elections?!...let's win em!!
We will be out on the
#labourdoorstep
right up until the end of May 5th. Join us!
Our country deserves better. On May 5th use your voice, cast your vote to send a message to this Government.
Let's vote for change, let's
#VoteLabour
🌹
We've got a panel on Homelessness and rough sleeping this Thursday with some fantastic speakers:
@shaistaAziz
, Tom Zagoria (co-founders of Labour Homelessness campaign) and
@lucywarin
(talking about her work with
@OpenHouseOx
& others). Be there! 👇👇👇
Our committee for Hilary Term 2022 has now been elected!
Co-chairs:
@_dannyleach
and Amy Field
Treasurer: Dan Harrison
Secretary:
@madelaineacooke
Campaigns and links:
@isabsimpson
Social Secretary:
@CiaronTobin
Communications: Sharon Chau
Publications: Alex Beard
🚨🚨ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS🚨🚨
You have just *JUST EIGHT DAYS* left to register to vote (registration closes 26th November).
👉It's quick and easy, just click here:
👉Remember, the election is 12 December which is in *9th Week*. [1/2]
Oxford University Labour Club stands in complete solidarity with the people of Ukraine. The courage shown by ordinary people and politicians in defending their home is impressive, but we should not lose sight of the fact that it is a painful and unnecessary sacrifice.
Good to be out campaigning in Risinghurst this morning - even if in the rain! Thanks to everyone who opened their doors to us.
@Oxford_Labour
are a great bunch!🌹
Welcome to the longest U.K. gig economy strike Dewsbury!! So much love for the
@Stuart_Delivery
workers getting organised and fighting back ✊🔥❤️
Support the spread of the strike and donate what you can: