Holmey, Author at Black Triangle Campaign

Politicians and interviewers are locked in a pantomime. For sanity's sake, we must intervene

by Holmey

on Jul 4

Jon Snow: After half a century, a forgotten scourge is back

The housing charity Shelter estimates that there is a shortage of a million homes in the UK He was the […]

by Holmey

on Jul 4

Strikes: Author Michael Rosen attacks government and backs workers

Former Children’s Laureate and occasional teacher Michael Rosen manned a picket line on Thursday and explained why he backed the […]

by Holmey

on Jul 3

Liam Byrne insists leaked letter from Eric Pickles office shows ministers 'haven't been straight with the House of Commons'

by Holmey

on Jul 3

Full text of letter from the office of Eric Pickles

This is the full text of the leaked letter expressing concerns over the Government’s welfare reform plans Matthew Style Private […]

by Holmey

on Jul 3

The growing bitterness between Labour and the unions demands a radical rethink of their relationship

by Holmey

on Jul 3

Party leader says victory in Inverclyde show voters agree that government is imposing cuts that go 'too far and too fast'

by Holmey

on Jul 3

Labour leader's questioner Damon Green scornful of Miliband's repetitive 'scripted' answers on public sector strikes

by Holmey

on Jul 2

Article on Labour leader's website explaining why he believed Thursday's strikes were wrong provokes angry backlash

by Holmey

on Jul 2

Coalition of 270 groups may seek judicial review claiming welfare cuts ignore impact and breach equality law

by Holmey

on Jul 2

A Westminster council paper lays bare the likely scale of the migration of poorer tenants from one of London's wealthiest boroughs, and the disruption it will cause for vulnerable residents

by Holmey

on Jul 2

IF YOU’RE POOR AND SICK AND HAVE PAID YOUR NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS YOU’LL BE LEADING THE BATTLE TO REDUCE THE DEFICIT

IF YOU’RE POOR AND SICK AND HAVE PAID YOUR NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS YOU’LL BE LEADING THE BATTLE TO REDUCE THE DEFICIT […]

by Holmey

on Jul 1

Furious doctors threaten first strike in 36 years over pension cuts

THEY’RE not known for their militancy, but even doctors have turned on the Government in fury over hated pensions reforms. […]

by Holmey

on Jul 1

A total of 11,114 schools affected by industrial action, but only half of civil service union members are striking, says No 10

by Holmey

on Jun 30

Iceland Declares Independence from International Banks

By Bill Wilson June 21, 2011 “Netright” — – Iceland is free. And it will remain so, so long as […]

by Holmey

on Jun 30

Report from Citizens Advice says compliance with the Equality Act is far from embedded in the business practices of creditors

by Holmey

on Jun 30

• Latest on tomorrow's public sector and pensions strikes
• Why are public servants striking?
• Tell us your story - fill in this form to let us know details of rallies, marches and demonstrations across the country
• Check out our school closures map for the latest for your area
• Tell us why you are striking: paul.owen@guardian.co.uk or @paultowen

• Read more: Unions throw down gauntlet over pensions

by Holmey

on Jun 30

As strikes loom, public managers want to keep services running but they also feel the pain of cuts and the damage they cause

by Holmey

on Jun 30

David Cameron’s adviser says health reform is a chance to make big profits

Kitchen cabinet aide says charging improves service and NHS should be shown ‘no mercy’ in drive for reform A senior […]

by Holmey

on Jun 30

Hundreds of thousands clash with police in protests against austerity drive as officials discuss privatisation with investors

by Holmey

on Jun 29

'Down With All That' In-depth background reading on the shambles of the (rapidly disappearing) welfare state
Aktion T4 The T4 Program was responsible for the murder of over 100,000 German citizens…babies, children, adults, and elderly…who had physical and mental disabilities. Developed in 1938 and carried out at six different sites throughout Germany and Austria, the T4 P
AtoS Healthcare User Group (Closed Group – Request to Join) “How do you feel about the Government’s move in scrapping Income Support and Disability Living Allowance and the organisation calling itself AtoS ‘HEALTHCARE’ ?”
Atos Miracles Find out where your nearest Atos Miracle Cure Center is on this fantastic web site.
Atos Miracles A place for the sick and disabled to share stories of how ATOS have cured them. Many sites on this subject have been threatened with legal action by the company and this is a place of satire – which we are hoping is not yet outlawed in the UK.
ATOS VICTIMS GROUP “Telling it How it IS” – Staunch alllies and fighters against the UK’s genocidal so-called welfare ‘reform’ programme
Benefits Claimants Fight Back
Boycott Workfare Workfare – compulsory work for benefits – is being rolled-out across the country. We call on public sector bodies, voluntary organisations and businesses being offered these placements as well as union branches to join others in signing a pledge to boycot
Crippen Cartoons The website of David Luton-Crippen, renown disabled cartoonist and a member of The Black Triangle
Crippen Cartoons Blog David Luton-Crippen’s blog
Diary of a Benefits Scrounger Sue Marshes excellent blog that shares information on Welfare cuts, illness, disability and general, current, political thought.
Disability Arts Online A ‘must read’! Not to be missed.
Disability History Month Scotland The official website of Disability History Month Scotland – 22nd November to 22nd December 2011
Disability History Month Scotland Held annually in the Autumn to celebrate our history of struggle and to build for a better future
Disabled People Against Cuts DPAC is about disabled people and their allies. DPAC is UK based but we know that disabled people in other countries are suffering from austerity cuts and a lack of fundamental rights. We welcome all to join us in fighting for justice and human rights for
Double Karma Ania Waterman’s blog on everything to do with disabled people’s activism
Down With All That Bigleyma’s excellent blog that chronicles the farce that the WCA assessments are and the major players involved in it’s execution.
DWP Examinations Forum A friendly online community for those undergoing an Atos Medical Assessment or appeal full of loads of information and valuable advice.
Edinburgh Coalition Against Poverty Practical advice and solidarity for all those facing benefit difficulties and hardship. Excellent campaigning organisation
Good Advice Matters Guides that haven been produced in an effort to simplify the various processes involved when trying to claim benefits.
Inspired By Atos Origin A Facebook Group for people to post their artwork that is inspired by Atos Origin.
Ouch Too A disability support forum founded from the ashes of the BBC’s Ouch Board after they closed it.
Paralympics 2012 Boycott Website Dedicated to exposing AtoS’s hypocrisy as disability deniers and sponsors of the Paralympic Games! Paralympians: SPEAK OUT AND PROTEST!!!
Rolling with the Punches Blog “33 year old with lupus since 17 and a variety of other weird awkward symptoms!” Campaigner who co-authored the Spartacus Report
soiniciulacht – 'Taking the fight to this Morally Disabled Government' Cuts right to the heart of all that’s wrong with the neoliberal tyranny we endure today …
Solidarity Federation Advice on what to do if you ‘fail’ your DWP/ATOS Work Capability Assessment
The Broken of Britain Non-partisan UK-based Disability campaign. Advocacy for people with invisible illness and/or physical & mental health conditions. Also Carers, their Families and Friends. Our individual voices are too quiet to be heard, but collectively we can shout
The Dawn Willis Blog Dawn Willis sharing the news & views of the “Mentally Wealthy”
The New Republic The daily tabloid of the “Age of Austerity”
The Void Narking off the state since 2005
Unum Insurance Blog An excellent website that exposes advisor to the UK Government on welfare reform, Unum, for what they are.
Using the Law to Fight Cuts to Disabled People’s Services A practical guide for campaigners – disabled people and their families; carers and local groups (Updated July 2012)
Victims of Atos Corrupton They tried to silence Atos Register of Shame and it back as Victims of Atos Corruption.
Where's the Benefit A blog on all things that affect sick and/or disabled people under the ConDem jackboot
Why Wait Forever – DWP ATOS Veterans An amazing website containing interesting detailed research carried out by Mo Stewart into Atos & Unum Insurance
YOUR CALL – National Freephone Telephone Counselling Service for Disabled People in Scotland This is the first service of its kind in the UK. The service takes calls to its appointment line from 11am until 3 pm Mondays to Thursdays. Calls are free from a home telephone, and from most mobile networks(including T-Mobile, Vodaphone, O2, 3, Orange a

Jon Snow: After half a century, a forgotten scourge is back

Strikes: Author Michael Rosen attacks government and backs workers

Full text of letter from the office of Eric Pickles

IF YOU’RE POOR AND SICK AND HAVE PAID YOUR NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS YOU’LL BE LEADING THE BATTLE TO REDUCE THE DEFICIT

Furious doctors threaten first strike in 36 years over pension cuts

Iceland Declares Independence from International Banks

David Cameron’s adviser says health reform is a chance to make big profits

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Jon Snow: After half a century, a forgotten scourge is back

Strikes: Author Michael Rosen attacks government and backs workers

Full text of letter from the office of Eric Pickles

IF YOU’RE POOR AND SICK AND HAVE PAID YOUR NATIONAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS YOU’LL BE LEADING THE BATTLE TO REDUCE THE DEFICIT

Furious doctors threaten first strike in 36 years over pension cuts

Iceland Declares Independence from International Banks

David Cameron’s adviser says health reform is a chance to make big profits

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