Sir Francis McWilliams on his retirement as Lord Mayor

Title

Sir Francis McWilliams on his retirement as Lord Mayor

Genre

Interview

TX Date

13 Nov 1993

Year of production

1993

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Duration

00:05:23

Description

Interview with Sir Francis McWilliams, standing down from the position of Lord Mayor of London. He talks about his year in post, including the destinations he has visited on diplomatic duty, and the relationship between the British and peoples of other countries. He also talks about his charity work and wishes the new Lord Mayor, Paul Newall, luck in the position. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Francis McWilliams

Keywords

Politics; London; Travel; UK; International relations; Diplomatic service; Lord Mayors; Retirement; Occupations; Francis McWilliams; Paul Newall; Ceremonial positions

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