ATV Today: 26.06.1972: Strike at Jaguar Car Factory

Summary

Strikers picket the British Leyland Jaguar car factory in Coventry.

Year:

1972

Duration:

0:02:50

Film type:

Colour / Sound

Company:

ATV

Master format:

16mm

Description

We see strikers outside the factory attempting to stop vehicles entering. Police are seen on duty and we also see workers leaving the factory. Hugh Owens interview with works convenor, Mick Richards, about the continuation of work by some of the employees which he claims has taken place so they can qualify for strike pay. Also interview with Harry Addey, Director of Industrial Relations at Jaguar, about the cost of the strike particular to exports.


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