Power of Politics

Learn about the history of the Labour Party from 1979 to the present and gain a first-hand insight into North Korea’s regime.

Protest and Power: The battle for the Labour Party


Ron Cooke Hub, Campus East, University of York

Clashes of ideology, tactics and styles have been the story of the Labour Party for the last 70 years. Could things be different with Jeremy Corbyn?

Talking to North Korea: Ending the nuclear standoff


Ron Cooke Hub, Campus East, University of York

Author and former MEP Glyn Ford challenges the view of North Korea as a rogue state run by a mad leader.

A Healthy Dose of Cynicism?


Yorkshire Museum, Museum Gardens

In this world of wonder, is there a place for scepticism or even outright cynicism? Join the Guardian’s John Crace and Tim Dowling to find out.

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