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May 25, 2007

forthcoming events round-up

Compass Conference – 9 June, London
MVC is jointly running a stand with ERS at Compass Conference. So if you are attending, pop along to the stalls area; as well as asking questions on electoral reform at any of the sessions you go to.

MVC in Lancashire public meeting and AGM – 9 June, Preston
A chance to hear and discuss the latest campaign news and direction, and meet like-minded individuals from the Lancashire region and beyond. Contact Bill Taylor for further details.

(tbc) ERS / People’s History Museum event – 24 June, Manchester
A meeting discussing Labour’s historical and current debates on electoral reform; to tie-in both with the Labour Leadership Conference taking place that day in Manchester and the ‘Battle of the Ballot’ exhibition at the museum. Speakers and further details to be confirmed. Email if you might be interested in attending.

Tolpuddle Martyrs’ Festival – 15 July, Dorset
MVC has a stall at this annual celebration of trade unionism.

Posted by malcolmclark on May 25, 2007

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