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Tamara Davison

Why did the miners strike in 1984? 40th anniversary of historic industrial action

“Heartbreaking” testimonies from the miners’ strike will be presented to commemorate the historic event's 40th anniversary.

This month marks four decades since the strikes erupted, when tens of thousands of miners stood up to Margaret Thatcher and her Conservative government over plans to cut 20,000 jobs and shut numerous mine pits.

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