Queen snubs republican MP

Title

Queen snubs republican MP

Genre

News report; Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1982

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Duration

00:01:35

Description

Report on a function in Fife involving Labour MP and republican, Willie Hamilton, and Queen Elizabeth II, where it is alleged the Queen refused to acknowledge Hamilton’s presence and that of his wife Margaret. Includes interview with Willie Hamilton. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

Willie Hamilton

Keywords

Scotland; Queen Elizabeth II; Members of Parliament; Republicanism; Royal family; Royalty; Politicians; Willie Hamilton; Fife

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