People's March for Jobs 1981 Petition

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People's March for Jobs 1981 Petition

At 10 Downing Street, thousands of petition forms are handed in to Ian Gow, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's parliamentary private secretary, by Eric Varley, Labour MP for Chesterfield, seen here to the right of Gow. The March for Jobs walked from Liverpool to London throughout May to highlight the unemployment problem. Date: June 1981

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1981 Downing Eric Jobs Petition Unemployed Unemployment Varley

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The People's March for Jobs in 1981 was a powerful demonstration of the struggles faced by thousands of unemployed individuals in the UK. This print captures a pivotal moment as Eric Varley, Labour MP for Chesterfield, hands over thousands of petition forms to Ian Gow, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's parliamentary private secretary at 10 Downing Street. The determination and unity of those participating in the march is palpable in this image, as they walked all the way from Liverpool to London throughout May to bring attention to the urgent need for job creation and support for those out of work. The sight of so many petition forms being delivered symbolizes not only the sheer scale of unemployment at that time, but also the collective voice demanding change. Eric Varley stands proudly beside Ian Gow, representing not just his constituents but all those who have been affected by joblessness. Their actions speak volumes about their commitment to fighting for better opportunities and a brighter future for everyone struggling to find work. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a significant moment in history when ordinary people came together to make their voices heard and demand action on one of society's most pressing issues.

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