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40 results found for '"British Steel"' in Keywords.
British steel industry (1976)
- Genre
- Interview
Peter Spencer interviews the new Chairman of British Steel Charles Villiers about British steel profitability, the world recession, how much other nations make, British government influence, why he took the...
Monty Finniston on dismissal from British Steel (1976)
- Genre
- Interview
Sir Monty Finniston interview on learning that his contract as chairman of British Steel is to be terminated with no reason given to him. Dismisses idea it was connected to resignation of Richard Marsh, head...
British Steel losses (1977)
- Genre
- Interview
Interview with Sir Charles Villiers on huge losses for British Steel during 1976-77 and poor forecast for coming year. Problems include rising inflation in the UK, rising wages and weak demand in a world...
Bill Sirs on Hartlepool closure (1977)
- Genre
- Interview
ISTC leader Bill Sirs on the closure of Hartlepool steel plant. Male interviewer not identified.
Future of British Steel (1977)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
British Steel is in crisis, as its debts are running high. Conservative industry spokesman Norman Lamont claims the answer is to introduce lay-offs, close uneconomical plants, and cut investment. Welsh...
Eric Varley in talks on future of British Steel (1978)
- Genre
- Interview
UK Industry Secretary Eric Varley discusses the future of British Steel, at the height of the crisis situation, with the workforce striking over the dispute for more pay.
James Callaghan on upcoming Budget (1978)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech by Prime Minister James Callaghan to the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, on the upcoming Budget- planned tax cuts and need for balance of incomes policy with tax and cutbacks in the steel industry due...
Eric Varley on steel plant closures (1978)
- Genre
- Interview
Industry Secretary, Eric Varley defends the Government’s decision to close steel plants in order to preserve the industry. Female interviewer not identified.
Charles Villiers on steel plant closures (1978)
- Genre
- Interview
Sir Charles Villiers, Chairman of the British Steel Corporation, talks about Government plans to close steel plants, and how this will ultimately help the industry. Male interviewer not identified.
Bill Sirs on steel plant closures (1978)
- Genre
- Interview
Bill Sirs, General Secretary of the Iron and Steel Trades Confederation (ISTC), on union reactions to British Steel Corporation plans to close uneconomic steel plants. (Australian or New Zealand?). Male...