Yes Cowal Scottish Independence Podcast

Miners' Strike 40th Anniversary | Alex Shanks & Richie Venton at Jim McVicar Memorial Lecture In this episode, Marlene and Fiona attend the Scottish Socialist Party's Jim McVicar Memorial Lecture to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 1984-85 Miners' Strike. Featuring Alex Shanks, a young miner during the strike, and Richie Venton, author of Class War on Workers, this event offers passionate speeches that explore the strike’s lasting impact on the working class. The discussions dive into the history of the Miners' Strike, its consequences, and the ongoing struggle for workers' rights. Whether you remember the strike or are engaged in class warfare studies, this episode offers powerful insights into one of the most significant labour movements in recent history. 00:01:31 Welcome by Natalie Reid 00:03:34 Alex Shanks' first hand account of the miners strike 1984/85 00:28:24 Richie Venton explores the wider context and lessons learned Find our more at www.scottishsocialistparty.org #MinersStrike40 #Class