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For the Many Not The The Sedgefield C.L.P. Newsletter July 2019 ISSUE 18 FROM THE CHAIR, PAUL DALY Firstly, I would like to say to our members what a privilege it is to be elected Chair of Sedgefield CLP for the third time. For The AGM was a huge success in terms of democracy with strongly contested elections, a great mix of experience and the enthusiasm among those who stood for positions and, for the most part, the atmosphere was comradely and in the many spirit I have come to expect from our membership. Thank you to all who attended and especially to all those not who stood for Officer positions. Congratulations to those who have been elected and I am sure that all Officers will be the outstanding advocates of our CLP. It has been another very busy month for Sedgefield CLP. It few has been fantastic to see newly-elected Officers immediately representing the CLP at important events like the "Socialist Social Security System" at Redhills. We have also had a good turnout at Darlington Pride which was a real show of joy and solidarity. The Labour Party and Trade Union movement owe a great deal to the LGBT community and we must always continue the reciprocal support we share. Speaking of solidarity, last weekend saw what was one of the best Durham Miners’ Galas I have attended. Following a beautiful rendition of the Miner's hymn, "Gresford", by the Fishburn Colliery band, there was an array of Labour front benchers making speeches and setting out their vision for a future that works for the North East and all of the UK. Labour leader, Jeremy Corbyn, was greeted warmly by a huge crowd as he has been for the last four years. The star of the show was the MP for NW Durham, Laura Pidcock, whose rousing speech will live long in the memory of those who witnessed it. Sedgefield CLP were well represented and thanks are owed to our volunteers who staffed the merchandise stall selling our badges and key rings. Special thanks must go to Jed Hillary who not only staffed the stall but had already made the stock by hand. One of the reasons I am proud of this newsletter is that it gives our members the opportunity to write about events and topics they are passionate about. Journalism plays a vital role in our democracy. It is sad, then, to see that some journalists will seek to misrepresent the truth with "Gotcha" style pieces both in the press and through television and social media channels. One such moment occurred just hours after the Big Meeting had ended, when an edited video emerged that tried to suggest that Laura Pidcock had failed to answer questions on antisemitism, when in fact, she had done so at length and with respect and dignity. A journalist had attempted to misrepresent an MP with an outstanding anti- racism record and some people were willing to believe this false narrative. I do hope that lessons have been learned and that irresponsible journalism, that does nothing to help the anti-racism cause, will be called out by our movement. NEXT SEDGEFIELD CLP MEETING Friday 26 July, 7pm at Trimdon Community College, Elwick View, TS29 6JU Phil’s Blog Spot By the end of the month, we will have a new Prime Minister, most likely in the shape of Boris Johnson, elected by a tiny, unrepresentative and extreme Tory party membership who believe wrecking the economy is a price worth paying for Brexit. Consequently, Johnson and Jeremy Hunt have out-bid each other to see who can be the most right-wing. I believe both know a ‘No Deal’ Brexit would be a disaster for the country but are prepared to support it because of the audience they need to appeal to. The tough decisions will need to be made once Johnson is in No. 10. Philip Hammond has said on more than one occasion a ‘No Deal’ Brexit would be bad for the UK. The Brexit Secretary, Steve Barclay, has said that the Government is preparing a compensation package for farmers and the car industry in the event of a ‘No Deal’ Brexit, thereby admitting how disastrous such an outcome would be. ‘No Deal’ should be taken off the table and the money set aside for compensation invested in our public services and working class communities instead. I personally do not believe a Boris Johnson-led government would call a General Election until after Brexit is delivered. However, the wheels could come off his administration at any time especially in the event of a vote of no-confidence. September and October are going to be an intense time once again in Parliament! I believe the best way out of the parliamentary logjam is a confirmatory ballot on whether the British people still want to go ahead with leaving the EU now they know what Brexit looks like. People have the right to compare the Brexit facts with the promises made over 3 years ago. If Brexit is implemented without the people having a final say and the jobs start to go (which they will) the British people will have the right to say, ‘I didn’t vote for that!’ But by then, it will be too late. OTHER ISSUES I was pleased to see the recent publication of a report by the think-tank, Global Future, which looks at the implications of migration on the UK. Migration has been positive, but it cannot be denied that it played a role in the EU referendum campaign. The report proposes a Migration Dividend Fund, from which the proceeds of migration would be distributed to areas of the country in need of investment which have not felt the benefits of globalisation. Immigration offers a significant net economic benefit to the UK of £4.5 billion. This money would be invested in the Migration Dividend Fund and then distributed to communities like those in Sedgefield which are desperate for investment. We need a Marshall Plan for the regions. Anti-Semitism remains a big problem for the Labour Party and recent press reports and TV coverage have been difficult to read and to watch. As Labour politicians, we can expect to be asked questions until anti-Semitism in the party is rooted out. We cannot hide away or avoid the issue. For the Equality and Human Rights Commission, an organisation established by a Labour Government, to be investigating the Labour Party is an embarrassment to us all. As you are probably aware, Amazon are planning to open a warehouse on the outskirts of Darlington in a few months’ time which will employ over 2,000 people. The GMB has revealed that ambulances are frequently called to the Amazon site near Birmingham because of unsafe working conditions and workers report being treated like robots. I am working with the GMB to ensure the union is recognised by Amazon. Trade Union recognition is a basic and necessary requirement of any workplace. Finally, I have submitted my application to be considered for reselection as your Labour candidate at the next general election and I hope I can count on your support. As ever, if I can be of any assistance, you can contact me by email at [email protected] or call my office on 01325 321603. 2 SEDGEFIELD CLP AGM NOT-THE-MINUTES We do not normally include an account of what On 28 June 2019, 63 members attended Sedgefield CLP’s AGM at West happened at our CLP meetings in this Cornforth Community Association – a lovely venue, which we very much newsletter, although – as you will know from enjoy attending. previous editions – we do always tell you about the Political Education presentation. This is simply so that someone who was not able to be The meeting began with routine business – welcome, apologies, minutes present at the meeting can find out what was etc. Under Matters Arising, Vice Chair (Membership) Pat McCourt asked said. Everything else is noted in the minutes of what had happened to the four motions passed at last year’s AGM. The the meeting. Chair and Secretary explained how all four had been appropriately The problem with the minutes of an AGM, progressed. however, is that they are not published until the next AGM, a year later. Any member who Next came the Chair’s Report. Chair Paul Daly listed the successes as: could not be present, therefore, will have to Membership participation in campaigns/ some great community events wait until June 2020 to find out what happened in June 2019’s AGM! and campaigns/ by-election victories against the trend in Wingate & Chilton/ and many excellent Political Education sessions. The fact that we Therefore, please find here our account of last month’s AGM. Please note that it does not are a visible and hard-working CLP is evidenced in the monthly newsletter. attempt to be anything more than one person’s He also, however, felt that recruitment & retention of members and description of what they saw happening. fundraising were areas the CLP might feel had not gone so well. In the Election of Chair, Paul Daly won comprehensively with 70% of the vote. A number of Officers/ Positions were then elected unopposed: SECRETARY: Barbara Clare CAMPAIGNS CO-ORDINATOR: Laura Daly DISABILITY OFFICER: Derek Atkinson ETHNIC MINORITIES OFFICER: Ijjou Derrache-Thompson LGBT+: Owen Dickinson/ Tim Dredge (jobshare) MEMBERSHIP OFFICER: Stuart Sutherland/ Wendy Hillary (jobshare) POLITICAL EDUCATION OFFICER: Maria Cansella TULO: Neil Collinson YOUTH OFFICER: Luke Allison OBSERVER TO DCC LABOUR GROUP: Mike Dixon AUDITORS: Wendy and Jed Hillary Tributes were paid to Sam Forster, who stepped down as campaigns Co-ordinator; all agreed he had done a great job.
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