John Eveleigh writes: Cllr Kevin Cooney and I are meeting Dianne Lyons, chief executive of Leeds CAB early next week regarding concerns that they are attempting to close the local CAB office. Otley Town Council have, over the past three years, since Labour took control, put in considerable extra resource over and above the core … Continue reading Otley Citizens Advice Bureau
‘Red weekend’
We had an inspiring weekend with Owen Jones, Ian Lavery MP, Mark Metcalf, Gary Kaye and Redgrass.
Audiences with Owen Jones in Otley and Leeds
Political activist, Guardian columnist and author – few thinkers currently command as much respect and interest on the left as Owen Jones. As well as being a prolific political and social commentator, Owen is the author of two important books – Chavs: The Demonization of the Working Class, and, most recently, The Establishment, and How … Continue reading Audiences with Owen Jones in Otley and Leeds
30th anniversary of the miners’ strike
Friday 14 November we’re commemorating the thirtieth anniversary of the miners' strike. Our Guest speakers will be ex-miner Ian Lavery MP, and Mark Metcalf of the Orgreave Truth and Justice Campaign. There’ll be music by Gary Kaye and Redgrass. The Venue: Otley Labour Rooms, Walkergate, Otley Doors: 7.30pm Tickets: £10 and £5 for concessions. Pay … Continue reading 30th anniversary of the miners’ strike
Armistice day
On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month ... There will be a short service and commemoration at the remembrance garden in Otley this morning. We will remember them.
