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Experience the compelling narrative of Labour Party dynamics with this insightful book published by Manchester University Press in 2005. This brand new volume, with ISBN 9780719072710, captures the essence of a critical era in British politics. It details how the moderate right within the Labour Party remarkably fought back against dominant left factions after a decade of political challenges. Focusing on their strategic innovations and perseverance, this book outlines how they regained control by 1985 through pivotal actions like expelling Militant and introducing the One-Member-One-Vote system. The engaging exploration includes the vital roles of the Manifesto Group, Labour Solidarity, Forward Labour, and the clandestine St Ermins Group, all aimed at aligning the party with the interests of Labour voters and trade union members. Written by an insider, the work is enriched with extensive interviews and access to exclusive documents that paint a vivid picture of the resolve and strategies employed by moderate leaders, including Neil Kinnock. If you're seeking to understand the intricate balance of power within the Labour Party, this book is indispensable. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719072710
Year: 2005
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This book tells the story of how the moderate right in the Labour Party, trumped by the left for a decade and weakened by defections to the SDP in 1981, fought back organisationally to regain control of the party by 1985, producing an NEC supportive of Neil Kinnock and ready to expel Militant, introduce One-Member-One-Vote and return the party to electability. It describes the Manifesto Group of Labour MPs, Labour Solidarity, Forward Labour and the all-important but secret St Ermins Group of senior trade unionists, each of which strove to ensure that the party represented Labour voters and trade union members. Written by an insider, it draws on extensive interviews with all the key players and unique access to private papers and closed archives to explain how the moderates triumphed over the hard left. -- .
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719072710
Year: 2005
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This book tells the story of how the moderate right in the Labour Party, trumped by the left for a decade and weakened by defections to the SDP in 1981, fought back organisationally to regain control of the party by 1985, producing an NEC supportive of Neil Kinnock and ready to expel Militant, introduce One-Member-One-Vote and return the party to electability. It describes the Manifesto Group of Labour MPs, Labour Solidarity, Forward Labour and the all-important but secret St Ermins Group of senior trade unionists, each of which strove to ensure that the party represented Labour voters and trade union members. Written by an insider, it draws on extensive interviews with all the key players and unique access to private papers and closed archives to explain how the moderates triumphed over the hard left. -- .