Conference on privatisation of water industry

Title

Conference on privatisation of water industry

Genre

Interview

TX Date

26 Oct 1988

Year of production

1988

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Duration

00:02:52

Description

Author and broadcaster Melvyn Bragg on a conference he chaired today, organised by the Labour Party’s environment spokesman Jack Cunningham, on fears for the environment and Britain’s beauty spots if privatisation of water companies goes ahead. He is concerned about possible exploitation for profit for example through development of land. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Melvyn Bragg

Keywords

Conferences; Privatization; Environment; Jack Cunningham; Human activities effects; Water companies; Peak District; Lake District; Water industry

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