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Out of this crisis, we need to fight for a new normal 
RICHARD BURGON MP argues that the government will only deliver the change we need if we build the movements that demand it
A People's Assembly march in London, 2016

THIS crisis has not only shone a spotlight on the huge inequalities in our society — it has deepened them.  

Of course, it has been a very good crisis for some. As the Sunday Times rich list revealed last month, British billionaires increased their wealth by £106 billion during the pandemic. That’s £290 million every single day. 

But it’s been a disaster for the majority. 

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