John MacGregor on French truckers’ blockades

Title

John MacGregor on French truckers’ blockades

Genre

Interview

TX Date

6 Jul 1992

Year of production

1992

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Duration

00:02:58

Description

Transport Secretary John MacGregor says he is in contact with his French counterpart Jean-Louis Bianco regarding the French truckers’ blockade which has trapped British haulage drivers and holidaymakers. He believes the protest is a result of the penalty system the French Government has introduced for speeding. Interviewer not heard. Taken from BRMB Radio.

Contributors

BRMB Radio; John MacGregor

Keywords

Transport; Labour disputes; UK; France; Road haulage; Lorry drivers; Traffic violations; Jean-Louis Bianco; Penalties

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