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Justice for pickets
• THE national building workers’ strike of 1972 led to the subsequent arrest of 24 pickets, of whom six faced imprisonment, notably the late Des Warren, who served three years, and Ricky Tomlinson, now a familiar face on television, who was sentenced to two years (serving 16 months).
Trade unionists, campaigners and justice groups believe that those arrested were convicted under jumped-up conspiracy charges that amount to a miscarriage of justice.
The Justice for Pickets campaign is calling for a public inquiry into these events, as it is believed the convictions were biased and politically motivated.
There is a lobby of Parliament on Thursday. Islington North MP Jeremy Corbyn has put forward an Early Day Motion and is hosting a meeting at Committee Room 8 (open to the public).
To find out more, contact Mick on 07817 254851.
Islington Trades Union Council is giving the campaign its support. Many in the wider trade union movement believe this is unfinished business.
The call for an inquiry is backed by the TUC, and the unions involved in the 1970s strike action.
MICK GILGUN
Secretary, Islington Trades Union Council
Gary Heather
President
Romilly Road, N4
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