Video interviews with with a representative of the Northern Ireland Electricity Service and Harry West, leader of the UUP, in May 1974. Between 15 and 28 May 1974 the Ulster Workers’ Council organised a general strike in Northern Ireland in protest at the signing of the Sunningdale Agreement. The interviewees discuss the impact the strike is having on social and political life in Northern Ireland.
Date of Release/Broadcast: May 1974
Role at time of Interview: Representative of the Northern Ireland Electricity Service, Harry West (leader of the UUP)
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Purpose: News
Media: Audiovisual
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Link: Watch the interview
Time Period covered: 1974
Key Individuals: Harry West
Key Words: Ulster Workers’ Council strike, Sunningdale Agreement, power-sharing, direct rule