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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...

  • David Greaves on steel pay deal (1978)

    Genre
    Interview

    Dr David Greaves, British Steel, on a pay deal involving plant closures. Male interviewer not identified.

  • 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.

  • Richard Wainwright on Government amendment to Parliamentary steel debate (1978)

    Genre
    Interview

    Richard Wainwright, Liberal MP for Colne Valley, says his party influenced the Government’s amendment to the Parliamentary steel debate. Male interviewer not identified.

  • 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.