Eric Varley on Chrysler deal

Title

Eric Varley on Chrysler deal

Genre

Interview

TX Date

15 Aug 1978

Year of production

1978

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Duration

00:03:22

Description

Interview with Eric Varley, Secretary of State for Industry, on the takeover of Chrysler UK by Peugeot-Citroen. Fears that UK jobs may be lost. Chrysler productivity and profitability needs to be improved and its past troubles overcome. Says he is looking at advantages before considering blocking the deal. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Eric Varley

Keywords

Car industry; Employment; Business acquisitions; Chrysler Motor Company; Transnational corporations; Peugeot Citroen

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