With the death of Pope Francis, the world loses not only a church leader but also a moral compass

THIS column had a break last week due to the excellent bumper May Day edition, which went down a treat at May Day rallies up and down the land.
A big thank you to all who ordered papers to take to these events. I am hoping that those fortunate enough to have picked up a complimentary copy will have been enticed into reaching for a copy either online or when they see it while out shopping. The best way in either scenario is to take out a regular subscription.
Conference season is in full swing with the TUC black workers taking place today, as well as TSSA celebrating their 125th anniversary at their annual delegates meeting in Sheffield followed by the FBU conference in Brighton.

With a host of labour movement events coming up, you can put a smile on the face of Morning Star circulation manager BERNADETTE KEAVENEY by taking out a bulk order


