Fownhope’s Heart of Oak Society traces its roots to the age of friendly societies, when communities provided their own safety net. Its anniversary celebrations reveal a tradition still very much alive, says MARK SEDDON
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I’VE always been proud to march on May Day alongside friends, our members and fellow workers.
We march with the confidence that we have in our movement. A confidence that is undiminished in this crisis.
International Workers’ Day brings workers together across the world, in celebration of our day.
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