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1976 was marked by the resignation of Harold Wilson and the sterling crisis. Papers released under the 30-year rule give a new insight into the political decisions of that year.

Martha Kearney presents a look at the events of 1976, as told through the Cabinet papers, Foreign Office Documents and other Government papers that are being released released under the thirty year rule at the end of the year.

UK CONFIDENTIAL features Harold Wilson's resignation and failing health, Rhodesia, Trade Union relations at breaking point, the Cod Wars, Chairman Mao's death, the drought, the run on the pound and Cabinet splits over the IMF loan.

The programme includes extracts from papers read by actors, discussions with Lord Donoughue, Peter McKay and Baroness Williams, plus reports compiled by correspondents at the time.

Producer: Emily Williams

A Whistledown Production for 大象传媒 Radio 4, in association with Takeaway Media.

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45 minutes

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Sun 31 Dec 2006 17:00

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Martha Kearney
Interviewed Guest Bernard Donoughue
Interviewed Guest Peter McKay
Interviewed Guest Shirley Williams

Broadcasts

  • Fri 29 Dec 2006 23:00
  • Sun 31 Dec 2006 17:00

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