The exhibition illustrates the diverse experiences of identity, heritage, migration and belonging of local Irish people in Bristol. The portraits include objects of significance to their stories, and celebrate the contributions made by Irish immigrants to the life and culture of the city. Faces of the Irish Diaspora features the work of local photographer Frances Tolson, who has taken portraits that capture the essence and spirit of each individual and beautifully recorded the objects that hold […]
The enemies of the working-class will arrive in yachts and limousines, not in small boats (banner seen in Bristol on Wednesday 7 August 2024) If ever I lie dying on a Nazi street, there’ll be ten dead fascists at my feet (anti-fascist trad) Introduction After a week or so of protests and riots by right wing nationalists and racists in early August, largely orchestrated on social media by far-right propaganda, lies and distortions, we are now faced by a police and government narrative promoted by […]
