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Solidarity summer camp 2026 report

Solidarity – the socialist alternative members gathered in Glendalough, Co. Wicklow between 13 – 16 August for our annual summer camp. The camp is multipurposeful – it allowed for over 120 of our members and supporters to gather on an island-wide basis,

Aug 24, 2026

We need a political voice

Working class people need a new party to fight for our interests.

Oct 1, 2014

Are Sinn Fein a genuine left alternative?

The Local and European Elections last May revealed a massive rejection of austerity by working class people and a huge desire for a political alternative. In this context Sinn Féin have made huge gains and were clearly seen by many as a

Sep 25, 2014

Equality·News & Analysis

Abortion ban must go

[highlight]Statement from ROSA to Coalition to Repeal the 8th Conference. ROSA is an anti-capitalist, pro-choice women’s rights group, that Socialist Party women members initiated and continue to play a very active role in.[/highlight] The sickening treatment of a young, migrant, highly vulnerable

Sep 24, 2014

News & Analysis·The North

Paisley’s legacy: peace or bloody division?

How will Ian Paisley, who has died at the age of 88, be remembered? As the firebrand preacher who stoked the fires of conflict in Northern Ireland or as a peacemaker and the partner in government of Martin McGuinness? Many people struggle

Sep 24, 2014

Scotland: 1.6 million vote Yes in a working class revolt against austerity

In the teeth of a ferocious campaign from the British capitalist establishment, the independence campaign in Scotland won the support of more than 1.6 million people in Scotland, overwhelmingly from the working class, securing 45%. No won with 55%. According to the

Sep 24, 2014

Featured Articles·News & Analysis·Workplace News

Greyhound lockout – a fight for all workers

It is now nine weeks since Greyhound workers were treated in the style of William Martin Murphy by their employer, Michael Buckley. They arrived to work – were presented with new contracts, including pay cut of up to 35% and a change

Aug 20, 2014

Equality·Featured Articles·Latest·News & Analysis

Suicidal rape victim denied abortion; 8th amendment must go

Under new act women are being treated as vessels without basic human rights While protecting the identity of the woman, all the facts must be immediately made public The current process to determine suicidality must be scrapped Abortion must immediately be made

Aug 17, 2014

Featured Articles·News & Analysis·Uncategorized

Site recovering from an attack

Our website is currently experiencing some difficulties, as we are recovering from a recent cyber attack. In particular, images previously on the website have been deleted by the attackers. We have recovered from the attack, taken measures to prevent future attacks, and are

Jul 21, 2014