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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THIS week Unison meets in Brighton for our annual conference, in a week that will define our country for a generation.
But we meet at a sad time — a dark time — for our movement and our communities. The murder of Jo Cox last week has cast a dark shadow over the country.
Jo was a young vibrant woman who stood for everything we believe in. A dedicated MP, a campaigner and a Unison member — but so much more than that — a daughter, a sister, a wife and a mother. There are no words to describe her family’s loss.
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