Events tagged with "labour movement"

Historical Events tagged with "labour movement"

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Politics & Government

First Meeting of the Independent Labour Party

January 13th, 1893 132 years ago

In 1893, the Independent Labour Party (ILP) held its first meeting in Manchester, England. The gathering aimed to establish a political force advocating for the rights and interests of the working class. Founded by influential socialists and trade unionists, the ILP sought to unite various labor organizations under a single political banner, emphasizing the need for social reform and political representation. This meeting was pivotal in shaping a structured political approach toward labor issues in the UK.