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National Coal Board Chairman, Sir Derek Ezra explains the 3% wage increase offer for the mining industry workers and his proposals for new wage bargaining. The financial position is very difficult due to the...
An interview addressing the economic difficulties facing Britain, along with the coal miners’ strikes. Agreement is that British coal should be used, and not bought in cheaply from other countries....
Interview with a mine inspector on the shortage of mine inspectors because of budget cuts by the Health and Safety Executive. He believes there aren’t enough inspectors to keep mines safe.
TGWU official George Henderson, on miners’ grievances and conference resolution to hold a series of one-day strikes until Christmas/New Year. According to Henderson, January may see a stepping up of the...
NUM President Joe Gormley, on the need for negotiation and compromise by all parties involved in wages discussions, from day to day. He feels miners and union need to be realistic, and explains his strategy....
NUM President Joe Gormley explains how he used his casting vote as chairman twice earlier today. He stresses it is not possible to negotiate a settlement in a single session; there is a need for patience,...
NUM President Joe Gormley, on a forthcoming meeting with the National Coal Board. Gormley is optimistic that proper negotiations can now begin, and the miners will secure a reasonable settlement, even though...
With production, he says, now on the rise, NUM leader Joe Gormley is hopeful of an amicable wages settlement for the miners. He cites the figures being asked for, and stresses the importance of investment in...
Independent Radio presents Down to Earth: A Story of Coal and Colliers, part of a series written and produced by Ralph Bernard, narrated by Frank Windsor, researched by Tim Whyatt and Julie Fletcher; music...
Independent Radio presents Down to Earth: A Story of Coal and Colliers, the last of a series written and produced by Ralph Bernard, narrated by Frank Windsor, researched by Tim Whyatt and Julie Fletcher;...
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