Episode 3
Nicholas Parsons takes a heartfelt look at the decline of shipbuilding on Clydeside. He meets former union activist and proud Glaswegian Jimmy Reid and visits BAE Systems.
Nicholas Parsons takes a heartfelt look at the decline of shipbuilding on Clydeside.
He meets former union activist and proud Glaswegian Jimmy Reid, who orchestrated the famous 'work-in' protest during the 70s.
Nicholas also visits BAE Systems - the last post of shipbuilding and apprentice schemes on the Clyde.
He also looks at the paradox of Clydeside - the loss of industry has caused the severe decline of employment for the local community, but it's a beacon of hope as the tough working conditions of shipbuilding are replaced by urban regeneration projects, further education colleges and tourism.
Producer: Lyndon Saunders
An All Out production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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- Sun 27 Jun 2010 14:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM