Events

1923: a year that changed politics forever

The North West Labour History Society is holding a celebration of the one hundredth anniversary of the 1923 general election that led to the first Labour government, and telling the stories of some of the newly elected MPs of 1923.

The event takes place at Manchester Central Library on Saturday 11 November, starting at 10am. North West Labour History Society.

Poster with text reading: The NW Labour History Society Presents 1923: the year that changed politics forever Come and discover the story of the first, short-lived Labour Government and explore some of the stories of the 191 ordinary people who were elected as Labour MPs to parliament in 1923. People like Margaret Bondfield (Northampton), Charles Dukes (Warrington), Thomas Lowth (Manchester Ardwick) and Susan Lawrence (London East Ham). Join us for a day of music, poetry, talks and discussions - and cake!. Saturday, November 11th 2023, 10am-3.30pm (start 10.30am) at Manchester Central Library