The group stood in the 1982 Northern Ireland Assembly election, but were only able to take 560 votes. However, by 1985, Bob Kidd was able to win a seat on Newtownabbey Borough Council. In 1987, the group helped form Labour '87.
The group took part in the 1982 Northern Ireland Assembly election, but garnered only a limited number of votes. However, by 1985, Bob Kidd was able to secure a seat on Newtownabbey Borough Council. In 1987, the group played a role in the formation of Labour '87.