By Alex Young Since Syriza’s victory in the Greek elections debt is back on the international agenda. The historic election and actions of the new government since have huge implications for domestic politics in Greece, and with a stated political ambition to change Europe their impact on debt could go much further. Talks today amongst […]
Does Syriza mark the start of Debt Justice for Europe?
Whether or not you would have voted for them, there is no denying that Syriza’s success in the Greek elections has pushed debt very firmly back on the agenda! Left-wing Coalition Syriza gained 149 seats in the Greek election, just short of an absolute majority. They ran on an anti-austerity platform, with a particular focus on […]
Ask your MSP to support Debt Justice!
In September, the UK Government was one of only 11 countries to vote against a UN resolution calling for a fair and transparent workout mechanism for global debt (read more about this here). Jean Urquhart MSP has lodged a motion at the Scottish Parliament calling for the Scottish Government to support the UN resolution, and […]
Double your Donations to Jubilee Scotland!
Jubilee Scotland is taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge this year, which means that online donations made on the 4th, 5th and 6th December will be DOUBLED! The match funds used to double donations run out each day, so it’s important to donate as close to 10am as possible! To help you remember, […]
Debt Justice expert visits Scotland!
We’re hugely excited to be welcoming Dr Mariama Williams to Scotland this November! Dr Williams, former head of the Jamaican Debt Network, is an expert in a range global economic justice issues, and will be taking part in a number of events around Scotland. We hope to see you at one or more of these […]
Fundraising appeal: Can you help the fight against unjust debt?
We really appreciate all that you do to help us put pressure on the Scottish and UK Governments to take action on unjust debt. From signing our Debt Justice Pledge, to visiting your MPs and MSPs about vulture funds, to helping us organise inspiring events in your area – the range of support we receive […]
Global week of action against debt and International Financial Institutions
8-15 October marks the Global Week of Action again Debt. Timed to coincide with the anniversary of the assassination of Thomas Sankara, former President of Burkina Faso and outspoken debt activist, debt week is a time when Jubilee organisations across the world come together to take action for debt justice. You can read the statement […]
Debt Justice vote at UN passes despite UK Cowardice
The United Nations General Assembly has passed a resolution to create a new legal framework for dealing with government debts when they are no longer able to be paid. The motion, passed by 124 votes to 11, has decided that the UN will create “a multilateral legal framework for the sovereign debt restructuring processes”. At […]
Ivan the Terrible: Kirani James and the struggles of Grenada
Kirani James, newly crowned Commonwealth and Olympic 400 metre Champion, was born on the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada. His astounding successes have been a great source of pride for a population still reeling from the devastating effects of Hurricane Ivan. As a small island with a population of just 110,000, Grenada relies on a […]
