The future of the left since 1884 | Fabian Society
The Fabian Society is Britain’s oldest political think tank. Founded in 1884, the Society is at the forefront of developing political ideas and public policy on the left.
About us - Fabian Society
The Fabian Society is an independent left-leaning think tank and a democratic membership society with over 7,000 members. We influence political and public thinking and provide a space for broad and open-minded debate.
Our history - Fabian Society
The Fabian Society was founded on 4th January 1884 as an off-shoot of the Fellowship of the New Life. The new Society soon attracted some of the most prominent left-wing thinkers of the late Victorian era to its ranks. The 1880s saw an upsurge in socialist activity in Britain and the Fabian Society was at the heart of much of it.
Our history - Fabian Society
The Fabian Society is Britain’s oldest political think tank. Founded in 1884, the society has been at the forefront of developing political ideas and public policy on the left for over 130 years.
Membership - Fabian Society
Join the Fabian Society. Fabian members receive a subscription to the Fabian Review and our quarterly pamphlets and policy reports as well as access to fantastic political events and member activities in every corner of the country. Find out about the benefits of membership. Join. Upgrade your membership
Our people - Fabian Society
The Fabian Society is led by a democratically elected executive committee who work with a small staff team based in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh.
Publications - Fabian Society
Luke Raikes, the Fabian Society's deputy general secretary, sets out practical recommendations to boost productivity while raising living standards, protecting the environment, and unlocking resources for public services and infrastructure.
News & Insight - Fabian Society
Oct 8, 2024 · The latest news, analysis and opinion from the Fabian Society including highlights from the Fabian Review and web-exclusive commentary and insight.
Hard Fought - Fabian Society
Jul 5, 2024 · Labour’s manifesto was shaped by Fabian values and filled with Fabian ideas. We look forward to working closely with the new government to turn them into reality, alongside a Fabian prime minister and 141 Labour MPs who are Fabian members.
Autumn 2024 | Fabian Society
Sep 26, 2024 · This edition of the Fabian Review challenges the new Labour government to hit the ground running in its first term, featuring Tracy Brabin, Melanie Smallman, Paul Swinney and many more. In conversation with Iggy Wood, David Blunkett discusses his early life and the pressures of power.