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πŸŽΆπŸ‡―πŸ‡² Max Romeo’s fight isn’t over.

The reggae legend β€” real name Maxie Smith β€” passed away in April at 80, but his family says they’ll keep pushing his Β£12M lawsuit against Universal Music Group & Polygram Publishing.

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/world-n...

12.08.2025 11:55 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#VoiceOpinion 🎀

Professor Gus John shares his views on the recent news that Grenada will stop swearing allegiance to King Charles

He says that ending the oath is a historic move – but Grenada should implement sweeping reforms

Read article online: www.voice-online.co.uk/opinion/comm...

12.08.2025 08:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Parole hearing of Stephen Lawrence killer delayed - Voice Online In January it was announced a parole hearing would take place for one of the killers of Stephen Lawrence

Parole hearing of Stephen Lawrence killer delayed

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/2025/07...

31.07.2025 13:54 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Father who β€˜died for ten minutes’ visits London blood donor centre to thank staff for life-saving service

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/2025/07...

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"My child had a name, it was Kelyan," says heartbroken mother of 14-year-old boy killed on London bus - Voice Online Kelyan Bokassa was stabbed more than eight times on a London bus, and CCTV showed the attackers had made more than 27 attempts to wound him

β€œMy child had a name, it was Kelyan,” says heartbroken mother of 14-year-old boy killed on London bus

Kelyan Bokassa was stabbed more than eight times on a London bus, and CCTV showed the attackers had made more than 27 attempts to wound him

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/2025/07...

31.07.2025 08:21 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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✨Out today! The August Issue of the Voice Newspaper✨✨.

News & features including :

β–Ά An exclusive interview with the new Windrush Commissioner Rev. Clive Foster who vows to get justice for victims failed by the Home Office

πŸ—žοΈBuy your copy online: voice-online.co.uk/publications/

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Independent Windrush justice report calls for urgent reform of compensation scheme

The Windrush Justice Inquiry Report states it "is focused on accountability, restitution, and policy change."

By @sfleary1.bsky.social

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

22.07.2025 12:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In this commentary from @richardsudan.bsky.social he shares why the Labour party’s treatment of MP Diane Abbott
sends a painfully clear message to Black communities across the country that they no longer matter.

▢️https://www.voice-online.co.uk/opinion/comment/2025/07/22/diane-abbott-2/

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Today, Sunday 22nd June 2025 marks the 77th Anniversary of the Empire Windrush's arrival in Britain.

The Windrush Generation symbolises resilience and strength.

We are standing on the shoulders of giants. β€οΈπŸ–€πŸ’š.

#windrush77 #windrushday2025 #standingontheshoulderofgiants

22.06.2025 10:58 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Rest in Peace David β€˜Syd’ Lawrence MBE who has died aged 61.

The cricketer was the first British-born Black player to represent England

His death comes almost a year after he had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).

RIP #pioneer #davidlawrence #legacy 🏏🏏

22.06.2025 10:57 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Black British mother launches festival to help promote authentic Jamaican films - Voice Online The Black River Film Festival aims to bridge the gap between the local filmmakers and international experts to promote Jamaican films

Black British mother launches festival to help promote authentic Jamaican films

The Black River Film Festival aims to bridge the gap between the local filmmakers and international experts to promote Jamaican films

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/2025/06...

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Child Q was "demeaned and physically violated" during police strip-search, hearing told - Voice Online Child Q -a 15 year-old Black girl - was strip-searched by Met officers while she was on her period at school in Hackney

Child Q was β€œdemeaned and physically violated” during police strip-search, hearing told

Child Q -a 15 year-old Black girl - was strip-searched by Met officers while she was on her period at school in Hackney

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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✨Out today!! The June β€˜Windrush’ Issue of the Voice Newspaper. ✨✨

With Windrush Day 2025 approaching .., we honour the generation that helped change Britain’s future..

β–Ά Buy your copy online or at selected UK stores: www.voice-online.co.uk/post/publica...

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How Black Britons Are Growing Their Own Food Amid Rising Costs

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/2025/05...

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Unity Cup set for kick off

At the pre-tournament’s press conference, the managers and players shared their excitement, goals, and messages for fans as they prepare for what promises to be a celebration of sport, culture, and unity

www.voice-online.co.uk/sport/footba...

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The Voice Newspaper: May 2025 - Voice Online

Out today!! The May edition of the Voice Newspaper

News and features including:

β–Ά β€˜Why are we being poisoned” – MP Dawn Butler call for ban on toxic chemicals in some hair products that have been linked to cancer.

And more..

Get your copy: www.voice-online.co.uk/post/publica...

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β€œDon’t bury the truth”: Black groups slam government silence on Met Police reform - Voice Online Reform delayed is justice denied, say Black-led groups demanding urgent action to complete the Casey Review

β€œDon’t bury the truth”: Black groups slam government silence on Met Police reform

Equality campaigners, meeting at the Stephen Lawrence Day Conference, demand urgent completion of the Casey Review amid mounting anger over stalled policing changes

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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Caribbean creatives pen open letter to Jafaican director saying film is "tone-deaf" - Voice Online Anger grows as Caribbean Creatives say Peter Andre’s fake dreadlocks and accent in Jafaican reduce culture to a cruel joke

Caribbean creatives pen open letter to Jafaican director saying film is β€œtone-deaf”

Anger grows as critics say Peter Andre’s fake dreadlocks and accent in the movie reduce Jamaican culture to a cruel joke

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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A Black pope? The world may whisper, but Africa is ready to roar - Voice Online Black pope in waiting – Dotun Adebayo on the men who could change the face of the Vatican and indeed the world

A Black pope? The world may whisper, but Africa is ready to roar

Dotun Adebayo examines what a Black pope would mean for the Catholic church β€” and the world

www.voice-online.co.uk/opinion/comm...

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Reparations must not be ignored, say speakers at UN forum - Voice Online In 2023, representatives from African and Caribbean nations attended meetings in Barbados, to plan how to demand reparations for slavery

Reparations must not be ignored, say speakers at UN forum

In 2023, representatives from African and Caribbean nations attended meetings in Barbados, to plan how to demand reparations for slavery

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/world-n...

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Today is Stephen Lawrence Day - a day to reflect, honour and celebrate the legacy of his life.

Let us support the Stephen Lawrence Foundation @sldayfdn and all the wonderful work they do to improve the lives of young people.

#Wewillneveforgetstephenlawrence

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✨Out today ! The April issue of the Voice! ✨

➑️Demands for public enquiry from countless Black children who were placed in an educationally subnormal school (ESN).

Plus much more news and features...

Get your copy today: issuu.com/thevoicemedi...

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Brunel set for first Benjamin Zephaniah Day - Voice Online BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH will be remembered and celebrated on April 12, as Brunel and Qian Zephaniah, host the first Benjamin Zephaniah Day

Brunel set for first Benjamin Zephaniah Day

www.voice-online.co.uk/entertainmen...

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Stephen Lawrence murderer David Norris admits involvement after decades - Voice Online Stephen Lawrenc Stephen Lawrence was murdered in a racist attack in 1993. David Norris now admits involvement as he faces a public parole hearing.

Stephen Lawrence murderer David Norris admits involvement after decades

A Parole Board report reveals Norris now accepts he was present when the teenager was murdered but despite his opposition, the board has ruled his parole hearing will be public

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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Jamaica transition to becoming a republic has passed halfway point, says minister - Voice Online Jamaica is expected to transition to Republic status, removing King Charles as its Head of State, later this year

Jamaica transition to becoming a republic has passed halfway point, says minister

Jamaica is expected to transition to Republic status, removing King Charles as its Head of State, later this year

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/world-n...

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"Jamaica is thriving - don't miss the boat". - Voice Online The JN Circle UK team hosted a free event for young entrepreneurs looking to expand their business or start a new project in Jamaica.

β€œJamaica is thriving – don’t miss the boat”.

'Do Business in Jamaica ' event encourages young entrepreneurs to explore Jamaica as a viable and lucrative business destination.

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/busines...

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Benn and Eubank Jr prepare for a legacy fight like no other - Voice Online ON April 26th, Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. finally go head to head in...

Benn and Eubank Jr prepare for a legacy fight like no other

To be staged at Tottenham Hotspur stadium, with over 60,000 seats already filled, it will be a night of rivalry, legacy and electricity

www.voice-online.co.uk/sport/boxing...

21.03.2025 10:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tributes pour in for β€˜Brixton Bard’ Alex Wheatle - Voice Online Alex Wheatle, award-winning author and chronicler of Black British history, will continue to inspire and will be missed by many

Tributes pour in for β€˜Brixton Bard’ Alex Wheatle

The celebrated writer has sadly passed away following a battle with prostate cancer

www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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