Beating the power crisis. With most firms in Britain only allowed to use electricity

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Beating the power crisis. With most firms in Britain only allowed to use electricity

Beating the power crisis. With most firms in Britain only allowed to use electricity on three days a week due to the power crisis, all sorts of ingenious methods are being used to keep business going. At the Chrysler U.K. car plant in Coventry, its a case of driving on dipped headlights as the girl typists work by the light of car headlamps connected to car batteries. And down in Chatham, Kent, a hairdressing saloon has provided its assistants with battery-powered " head-lamps", similar to those used by miners. Girls in the car despatch department at Chrysler, working by the light of a car headlamp connected to a battery. January 1974 P018765

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Mirrorpix

Media ID 21260755

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Business As Usual Dark Darkness Fuel Crisis Lighting Three Day Week

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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Kent > Chatham

> Memory Lane Prints > Mirror > 0000to0099 > 00025

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In the midst of a power crisis that limited electricity usage to just three days a week, British firms were forced to find innovative ways to keep their businesses running. This print captures two remarkable examples of resilience during this challenging time. At the Chrysler U. K. car plant in Coventry, workers refused to let darkness hinder their productivity. As girl typists diligently typed away, they relied on the glow of car headlamps connected to car batteries for illumination. The sight of these determined women typing under such unconventional lighting conditions is both inspiring and symbolic of their unwavering commitment. Meanwhile, down in Chatham, Kent, a hairdressing salon took inspiration from miners' headlamps as they equipped their assistants with battery-powered "head-lamps". These futuristic accessories allowed them to continue styling hair even when traditional lighting sources failed them. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an era marked by fuel shortages and economic challenges. It showcases not only the resourcefulness and adaptability of British industries but also highlights the crucial role played by women in keeping businesses functioning against all odds. As we look back at this snapshot from January 1974, it reminds us that even during dark times, determination can illuminate our path forward.

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