University of Sheffield Students` Union, Western Bank, Broomhall, Sheffield S10 2TG
On Halloween Day there will be simultaneous events across the country to raise awareness of the unfair and scary migration visa fees in the UK. Many migrant communities are mentally and financially struggling. Since 4th of October, in a cost of living crisis, citizenship fees, student visas and permanent residence fees have increased by up to 20%, and the Immigration Health…
Broomhall Centre, Broomspring Lane, Sheffield S10 2FD
During the 1980s, the term ‘Socialist Republic of South Yorkshire’ was coined to describe the region’s left-wing political culture. This workshop will explore how left-wing activists and politicians in 1980s Sheffield attempted to resist the dominance of Thatcherism and implement their own political ideas. It will examine the left-wing, trade union, feminist, and anti-racist activism that made up our ‘Socialist…
Central United Reformed Church, Norfolk Street (opposite Crucible Theatre), Sheffield S1 2JB
The Annual General Meeting of Global Justice Sheffield. The group’s current actions include Make Polluters Pay: targeting fossil fuel companies, opposing Big Pharma holding the NHS to ransom, stopping forest destruction, and questioning subsidies for wood burning at Drax power station. As part of the AGM, Nick Dearden, Director of Global Justice Now, is coming to Sheffield as part of…
Farm Road Sports & Social Club, Farm Road, Sheffield S2 2TP (near city centre)
Helen Kennedy, Professor of Digital Society at the University of Sheffield asks whether digital technology really benefits us, and why it’s important to think about what a good digital society would be like. Sheffield Skeptics in the Pub holds talks with invited experts to discuss issues that affect us all, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. “Critical thinking with a…
The annual festival of more than just literature. Socio-political highlights this year include “I’m Black, So you Don’t Have To Be”, (author Colin Grant in conversation with Radio Sheffield’s Paulette Edwards), and “14 Nights with The Archer Project” (on homelessness in Sheffield). Some free events are bookable via Eventbrite, others cost money. Full details at the Off the Shelf website,…
Better Buses rally, assembling from 11.30am in Fitzalan Square. Oliver Coppard will be speaking at the start, and Louise Haigh, shadow transport minister will be sending a message. Plus a range of other speakers to reflect the breadth of the campaign. After speeches, street theatre and possibly music the rally will move onto the Moor going by the bus stops…
