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Ian McGregor, head of the NCB during the Miners Strike
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Ian McGregor, head of the NCB during the Miners Strike
Ian McGregor (Sir Ian Kinloch MacGregor, 1912-1998), Scottish-American metallurgist and industrialist, controversial head of British Steel, and of the National Coal Board during the 1980s Miners Strike. Seen here (right) at a meeting. Date: circa 1980s
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1998 Boss Business Businessman Coal Commerce Controversial Eighties Glasses Industrialist Kinloch Macgregor Mcgregor Miners Strike Metallurgist
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This print captures the essence of Ian McGregor, a man who played a pivotal role in one of the most tumultuous periods in British industrial history. As the head of both British Steel and the National Coal Board during the 1980s Miners Strike, McGregor was at the center of intense labor disputes and political controversy.
In this image, McGregor exudes an air of authority and determination as he presides over a meeting, his steely gaze fixed on some unseen point in the distance. His glasses perched precariously on his nose give him an intellectual air, while his sharp suit speaks to his status as a powerful businessman.
Despite being born in Scotland and later becoming an American citizen, McGregor's impact on British industry cannot be overstated. His tenure at both British Steel and the NCB was marked by bold decisions and tough negotiations with unions, earning him both admirers and critics along the way.
As we look back on this era through the lens of history, it is clear that Ian McGregor was a complex figure whose legacy continues to be debated to this day. This print serves as a reminder of his influence during a time when tensions between workers and management reached fever pitch.
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