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29 results found for '"Jeremy Thorpe"' in Contributors.
Jeremy Thorpe on Scottish devolution (1974)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech on Scotland’s political power and devolution by Liberal Party leader Jeremy Thorpe. On power of the Scottish people over the general election result; the nationalist movement; areas of agreement and...
Christopher Mayhew changes party (1974)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference
Report on the press conference featuring MP Christopher Mayhew about his decision to quit Labour for the Liberals. He speaks about the Liberal-Labour alliance, how the divisiveness of the party had got...
Labour nationalisation plans (1974)
- Genre
- Interview; News report; Speech
Report on political reaction to the contents of the Queenâs Speech opening Parliament, with excerpts of speech. Coverage including Labour Government’s plan to nationalise industry, and Conservative...
First live radio House of Commons broadcast (1975)
- Genre
- Parliamentary debate; Special
First live broadcast of UK Parliament on radio, 09/06/75. The presenter is Peter Allen. The speakers include Harold Wilson, Prime Minister; Margaret Thatcher, Leader of the Opposition; Jeremy Thorpe, leader...
Jeremy Thorpe sex allegations (1976)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference
Report on a press conference by Jeremy Thorpe, Liberal Party leader. He comments on the sex allegations against him, stating he will not comment further and will continue as Liberal leader. He then goes on...
Jeremy Thorpe on Brian Hayes show (1976)
- Genre
- Interview; Phone-in
Brian Hayes loses patience with an irritating caller who speaks about birds in a poetic language during an interview with Liberal Party leader, Jeremy Thorpe.
Jeremy Thorpe resigns (1976)
- Genre
- Interview; News report
Ed Boyle reports on the resignation of Jeremy Thorpe, Liberal leader amid press speculation over his alleged homosexual relationship with the former model Norman Scott. The speakers include: David Steel,...
Christopher Hourmouzious review of 1976 (1976)
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- Discussion; Interview; Parliamentary debate; Press conference; Speech
Review of the Year 1976, Christopher Hourmouzious discusses events with following correspondents. Ed Boyle on British Parliament (includes excerpt of opening ceremony) and politics under prime ministers...
Jeremy Thorpe on EEC elections (1977)
- Genre
- Interview
Peter Allen interviews Jeremy Thorpe, leader of the Liberal Party, on Direct Elections Bill to the EEC.
EEC elections (1977)
- Genre
- Interview; News report; Speech
Ed Boyle reports on European Economic Community (EEC) elections. Includes Edward Heath MP speaking in French; Jeremy Thorpe MP talking to Peter Allen; Nigel Spearing MP on opposition to direct elections;...