Salford Left Forum Meeting 2

Labour Representation Committee Vice Chair Susan Press spoke at the meeting about bridging the gap between Labour and the wider left.


A Salford Lecturer (Gary Duke) came to speak to the group about the imminent job cuts at Salford university. The group enjoys the participation of several staff and students from Salford University. Many participants expressed anger at the 150 jobs to be lost at Salford University. The SLF decided to back the campaign Salford University Defend Education (SUDE), which was started by affected staff and students.


Rousing speeches were given by life long activists about their experiences in the movement, which was very productive for younger members. A Free University was decided upon. We realised that there is a need for wider awareness in the community and that it could be provided. Peter Bratsis, maverick pedagogue, was particularly vocal on the subject that inspired the rest of the group.


A motion was passed to stand a Candidate for the Steering Committee of COTL. There was a consensus that we seem to be one of the most active groups inspired by the COTL .