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Fighting Racism: Britain and Europe

Scoreboard Newsletter

Reference: BG/SC/7/1

This issue of the Scoreboard Newsletter, published by the Standing Conference on Racial Equality (SCORE) in Europe, highlights critical concerns about racial equality across…

Fighting Racism: Britain and Europe

The Ford Report

Reference: BG/SC/8/1

The Ford Report is a pioneering document addressing racism and xenophobia within the European Community, produced by the Committee of Enquiry led by Glyn…

Fighting Racism: Britain and Europe

The Resurgence of Racism in Europe

Reference: BG/SC/8/1

This document records Bernie Grant’s lecture titled 'The Resurgence of Racism in Europe,' delivered in 1992 at the University of Michigan during Black History…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

MP’s Report: May 1989 Tottenham Labour Party

Reference: BG/P/10/4/4

This document is a report from May 1989 prepared by the Tottenham Labour Party detailing the activities and updates from their Member of Parliament…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

The Labour Party Black Section Response to the Labour Result

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a 1987 press release from the Labour Party Black Sections responding to that year's general election results. It celebrates the election…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Congressional Black Caucus letter to Bernie Grant

Reference: BG/PBC/1/1

This document is a letter from the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) of the United States House of Representatives congratulating Bernie Grant on his election…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

West Indian World: Bernie’s Our Man

Reference: BG/P/14/3/119

This 1987 article from West Indian World highlights Bernie Grant’s selection as the Labour candidate for Tottenham and his commitment to fighting racism both…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

The Rainbow Coalition (UK)

Reference: BG/P/18/1/110

This document outlines the principles and goals of the Rainbow Coalition (UK), a political and social movement committed to uniting diverse communities to address…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Bernie Grant: chairperson

Reference: BG/PBC/1/1

This document highlights Bernie Grant’s career as a pioneering Black British politician and dedicated anti-racist campaigner. It outlines his historic role as the first…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Press Release from Parliamentary Black Caucus

Reference: BG/PBC/1/1

This press release from the Parliamentary Black Caucus dated June 15, 1988, features Bernie Grant MP speaking out against racial disparities in the British…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Meeting of the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Reference: BG/PBC/1/1

This document records a meeting of the Parliamentary Black Caucus held on March 7, 1989, featuring key Black British politicians including Bernie Grant and…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Diane Abbott Calls for Black MP in Brixton

Reference: BG/PBC/1/1

This document records a 1989 statement by Diane Abbott, then Labour MP for Hackney North & Stoke Newington, advocating for the selection of a…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Parliamentary Black Caucus Announce Activity Programme

Reference: BG/PBC/1/1

This document announces the initial activity programme of the Parliamentary Black Caucus (PBC) in Britain following its successful launch in 1989. The PBC planned…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Considerations following the Vauxhall selection process

Reference: BG/PBC/4/7

This document presents critical reflections on the Vauxhall Labour Party selection process, highlighting concerns about racial exclusion within candidate selection practices. It addresses issues…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Bernie Grant letter to Neil Kinnock on Vauxhall bi-election

Reference: BG/PBC/4/7

This letter from Bernie Grant, dated 12 May 1989, addresses Neil Kinnock concerning the upcoming Vauxhall by-election. As Chair of the Parliamentary Black Caucus,…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Letter to Neil Kinnock on the NEC Imposition of Kate Hoey

Reference: BG/PBC/4/7

This letter, dated 18 May 1989, is addressed to Neil Kinnock, then leader of the Labour Party, expressing serious concerns about the National Executive…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Parliamentarian Magazine

Reference: BG/PBC/5/2

This item is the launch issue of the 'Parliamentarian Magazine' from September-December 1989, a publication focused on Black political initiatives in Britain. It features…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Black Sections draft programme

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a draft programme from the Black Sections campaign within the Labour Party, outlining proposals to increase political representation and participation of…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Black Sections Candidates for the NEC 1986

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document from 1986 presents the demands and political stance of the Black Sections candidates for the Labour Party's National Executive Committee (NEC). It…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

1989 Black Sections Press Statement

Reference: BG/PBC/4/7

This 1989 press statement was issued by Narendra Makanji, Chair of the Labour Party Black Sections, Bernie Grant MP, and Southwark Black Councillors following…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

We Will Fight On’ Black Sections Warns

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This newspaper article from October 1989 details the ongoing campaign by the Labour Party's Black Sections to gain official recognition within the party. Despite…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Westminster Caucus Spreads its Wings

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document reports on a landmark 1989 visit by the UK Parliamentary Black Caucus to Washington, DC, as special guests of the US Congressional…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Black Sections 5th AGM

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document is the agenda for the 5th Annual General Conference of the Labour Party Black Sections, held at Leicester Town Hall on 18-19…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Sections

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document outlines the aims and achievements of the Labour Party Black Section, a group formed to increase Black representation within the Labour Party…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Sections 1988 support to Bernie Grant

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document records the Labour Party Black Sections’ formal endorsement of Bernie Grant in 1988. It expresses full support for his role in discussions…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Sections 1988 motions

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document records the motions and amendments discussed at the 1988 Annual Meeting of the Labour Party Black Sections held at Manchester Town Hall.…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Sections letter to all Black MPs

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document is a letter from the Labour Party Black Sections National Committee, dated July 1989, addressed to Black Members of Parliament including Bernie…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Black Sections ‘Anti-Racist Education Charter’

Reference: BG/P/11/5/5

This document is the draft of the "Anti-Racist Education Charter" created by the Labour Party Black Sections in 1989. It outlines demands for a…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

A New Kind of Women’s Movement

Reference: BG/P/11/5/4

This document presents discussion extracts about the need for a new kind of women's organisation that addresses the intersection of gender, race, and class…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Sections pamphlet

Reference: BG/P/11/5/4

This pamphlet, produced by the East Lewisham Labour Party, provides answers to frequently asked questions about the Labour Party Black Sections. It aims to…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Section Paper on the Inner Cities

Reference: BG/P/11/5/4

This 1988 Labour Party Black Section paper titled "Positive Action for Cities" addresses the harsh realities faced by Black communities living in Britain's inner…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

African Concord magazine

Reference: BG/P/11/5/3

This page features a 1987 issue of African Concord magazine, a premier Pan-African publication. The cover highlights Black political candidates in Britain, including Diane…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Motion passed by NEC

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document records a motion passed by the Labour Party's National Executive Committee (NEC) on 25 March 1987. It addresses concerns about a conference…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Black Sections letter on immigration control

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This 1987 letter from the Labour Party Black Sections outlines their firm opposition to immigration control policies affecting Black communities. It highlights their commitment…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Letter from Birmingham MPs 1987

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a letter dated April 3, 1987, from five Birmingham Labour MPs and Councillor Bernie Grant, written to Bernie Grant. It addresses…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Letter from Bernie Grant on Birmingham MP clash

Reference: Bg/P/11/5/2

This document is a letter written by Bernie Grant responding to criticism from Birmingham MPs regarding his participation in a meeting aimed at encouraging…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Hattersley clashes with Grant on Black Section

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document reports on a heated dispute within the Labour Party over the formation of "black sections," groups aimed at increasing political participation among…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Labour Party Black Sections briefing

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a briefing from the Labour Party Black Sections, dated 1987, outlining their political activities and strategies within the Labour Party. It…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

The Softly Softly Way to Westminster

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is an interview and profile titled "The Softly Softly Way to Westminster" featuring Bernie Grant, a prominent Black British Labour politician and…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Letter from Chris Khamis (Birmingham Black Sections) 1987

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This 1987 letter from Chris Khamis, organiser of the Birmingham Black Section of the Labour Party, invites Bernie Grant to speak at their first…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Letter from Councillor Dick Knowles to Bernie Grant, 1987

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This is a letter dated 31 March 1987 from Councillor Dick Knowles, Leader of Birmingham City Council, to Councillor Bernie Grant, then Leader of…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

The Labour Party Black Section

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a 1987 letter from the Labour Party Black Sections addressed to the Labour Party's National Executive Committee. It calls for firm…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Resolution to Black Section Annual Conference 1987

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a resolution presented at the Black Section Annual Conference in 1987 by the Nottingham East Labour Party Black Section. It expresses…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

Why Trade Unions Must Support Black Sections

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a call from the Labour Party Black Sections urging trade unions to endorse and support the political representation of Black workers…

Politics: Black Sections, the First Black MPs, and the Parliamentary Black Caucus

The Labour Party Needs Black Sections

Reference: BG/P/11/5/2

This document is a statement titled 'The Labour Party Needs Black Sections,' published by the Black Sections National Committee. It addresses systemic racial disadvantage…

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