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3,214 results found for all records.
Spycatcher Peter Wright denies he is disloyal to Britain (1986)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference
News at 1 report by Kevin Dunne(?) from Sydney, on a press conference given by former MI5 officer Peter Wright after giving evidence in the Australian trial to decide whether his book Spycatcher can be...
John Browne MP defends himself (1986)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference
Report on John Browne, Conservative MP for Winchester, defending himself in a press conference against accusations that he is planning to move to the USA when he marries his American girlfriend, Elaine...
Deidre Wood on father’s alcoholism (1986)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference
Report on a surprise press conference held after a News of the World reporter tried to run a story on Greenwich by-election candidate Deidre Wood’s father, who had died seven years previously as a result...
Neil Kinnock on Greenwich By-election and leaked letter (1986)
- Genre
- Press conference
Labour Party leader Neil Kinnock on the Greenwich By-election and the impact of the so-called loony left, and his leaked letter on policies for homosexual rights. Male reporter(s) not identified.
Francis Pym to step down (1986)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference; Speech
Report on Conservative MP, Francis Pym announcing that he will be stepping down from Parliament at the next general election, and looking back over his career. Includes speech by Pym on unemployment and...
Edwina Currie to improve women’s health (1986)
- Genre
- Press conference
Edwina Currie, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health, on her campaign to improve women’s health. She calls for better and more joined-up services in childbirth, gynaecology, contraception and...
Archbishop on AIDS (1986)
- Genre
- Press conference
Archbishop of Canterbury, Robert Runcie speaks to members of the press following a visit (to a hospice?) to learn more about AIDS, on the need for more care and greater understanding for AIDS victims. He...
John Stalker quits force (1986)
- Genre
- Press conference
John Stalker, Deputy Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, has announced that he will be resigning from his post to spend time with his family. He explains to press why he is leaving - the stigma of...
Robert Swan on Antarctic expedition (1986)
- Genre
- Press conference; Speech
Robert Swan talks about his expedition to the Antarctic. He says that being home is a great relief because he and Roger Mear had only a few hours sleep since arriving at the South Pole. He pays tribute to...
Anthony Acland on new role as Ambassador to USA (1986)
- Genre
- Press conference
Sir Anthony Acland on his posting to Washington as British Ambassador. He says he is honoured, and justifies his working at his age. Reporter not heard.