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David Wood to be first British man in space (1985)
- Genre
- Interview; News report; Press conference
In a press conference, Defence Secretary Michael Heseltine announces his choice of Squadron Leader David Wood to be the first British astronaut in space. With comment from David Wood and his colleagues...
TGWU ballot rigging allegations (1985)
- Genre
- News report; Interview
Report on the allegations of ballot rigging in the leadership elections at the Transport and General Workers Union (TGWU). Andrew Garnett, President of the TGWU, comments. Male reporter not identified.
Norman Tebbit opens union training facility (1985)
- Genre
- Interview; News report
Report on Trade and Industry Secretary Norman Tebbit opening the new training centre at the electricians’ union EETPU in Kent. With comment from Tebbit on Government-union relations. Male reporter not...
Thatcher on new jobs for Wrexham (1985)
- Genre
- Interview; News report; Press conference
As Courtaulds Textiles, the major employer in Wrexham, prepares to leave the area, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher talks to a press conference about the measures the Government will take to help alleviate...
Bradford City FC fire disaster (1985)
- Genre
- News report; Special; Vox pop
Report of the Bradford City FC Valley Parade fire disaster with commentary from the scene (11/05/85). Tony Delahunty reports. Includes vox pop from co-commentator (poss. Mickey Bullock).
Commentary prior to Bradford FC fire (1985)
- Genre
- News report; Special
Report and commentary on the win of Bradford City Football Club at Valley Parade stadium after becoming Third Division champions before the disastrous fire broke out. Tony Delahunty reports.
Bradford football stadium fire aftermath (1985)
- Genre
- Interview; News report; Parliamentary debate; Speech
Report on the Bradford City Football Club Valley Parade stadium fire and to what extent the club was aware of the risk of fire in the ground due to the wooden structure of the stands, with comment from...
Popplewell visit to Bradford FC (1985)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference
Report on Mr Justice (Oliver) Popplewell’s visit to the scene of the fire at Bradford City Football Club Valley Parade stadium as he prepares to lead a public inquiry into cause of the deaths of so many....
Bradford football stadium fire aftermath (1985)
- Genre
- News report; Interview
Report on the aftermath of the Bradford City Football Club Valley Parade stadium fire as the team prepare to replay the match against Lincoln City Football Club to raise money for the deceased’s families...
Appeal to aid Bradford FC fire victims (1985)
- Genre
- Interview; Music; News report
Report on the disaster appeal created to aid those affected by the Bradford City Football Club Valley Parade stadium fire with the Government donating £250,000. Report also includes details of the ongoing...