In 2010, the Party will be celebrating its 90th year and the Morning Star (Daily Worker) its 80th. As the Daily Worker was launched at the beginning of January 1930, it would be appropriate for Party organisations and Morning Star groups to feature this anniversary during the first quarter of the year if possible, ensuring that labour movement and progressive organisations are involved at the earliest possible stage in any initiatives.

Events to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Party could then be concentrated in the period following the General Election, especially in June and at the end of July when the decisive foundation congress took place in 1920. The Communist University of Britain will be held on the same weekend in that year, and will be one of the high-points of our celebrations. Party initiatives could include public meetings, lectures, a discussion forum, a series of education classes, a social and/or fund-raising event etc. and every effort should be made to involve friends and allies. Party centre and Manifesto Press will produce a range of publications and other materials to use in this work.

During this period from the May EC until the end of July, we will also be conducting our £25,000 Anniversary Appeal. Every Party member will need to be approached personally, as well as many of our supporters, in order for us to meet this target, which is essential if our party is to grow in numbers and influence.

This year of celebration should also provide numerous opportunities to win new members to the Party, linked to specific initiatives currently being considered.