He became leader of the Independent Labour Party (ILP), a left-wing political party affiliated with the Labour Party. Maxton went on to teach at St James’ School, Bridgeton, Haghill School and Finnieston School. Maxton re-enrolled part time at the University of Glasgow, graduating with an MA in 1910. Workers held a large demonstration at Glasgow Green in 1916, where Maxton gave a speech encouraging them to down tools. Divisions grew in the Labour movement, Maxton and the ILP breaking away from the Labour Party in 1932.

Source: The Times July 05, 2023 05:08 UTC