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Spike Milligan on seal cull (1978)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech by comedian Spike Milligan at a demonstration in London against seal hunting in Canada.
Ian Smith on internal talks for Rhodesia (1978)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference; Speech
Ian Smith gives a speech criticising the right-wing Rhodesian Action Party, and comments on Dr David Owen’s quest to talk to the Patriotic Front, and come to a settlement. Reporter is Chris Morten.
Ian Smith strength in Armed Forces speech (1978)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
At a passing out parade for white soldiers, Ian Smith delivers a speech stating that Rhodesia has strength in its armed forces, and that his negotiating position is strong. Reporter is Chris Morten.
Michael Edwardes speech on priorities for BL survival (1978)
- Genre
- Speech
Chairman Michael Edwardes talks about the British Leyland crisis. He believes the company is moving towards a position where everyone knows there will be no bailing out, so the job must be done by the...
James Callaghan on economic recession (1978)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech by UK Prime Minister James Callaghan on the effect of world economic problems on Britain’s recovery from recession.
James Callaghan on need for new industries (1978)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech by UK Prime Minister James Callaghan on the need to develop new industries as a solution to economic recession in the UK.
Scottish Labour conference (1978)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
Jim Johnstone reports on the Scottish Labour Party Conference and need for unity and sensible proposals in run up to election. Issues debated included devolution and North Sea oil revenue. Includes speeches...
David Owen calls for Rhodesian peace (1978)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech by UK Foreign Secretary Dr. David Owen calling for conciliation and peace in Rhodesia.
Prince of Wales targeted in Newcastle bottle attack (1978)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
A royal visit by the Prince of Wales to Newcastle turned into an attack as a local man threw a bottle at the Prince’s slow-moving car. The bottle shattered the window and the man was apprehended by the...
Select Committee report on Civil Service (1978)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
Ed Boyle reports on a House of Commons Select Committee on the Civil Service; speeches (recorded at the committee meeting) by Michael English; Brian Sedgemore; Sir Ian Bancroft; Lord Fred Peart.