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Poster Print : South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card, c. 1986
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South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card, c. 1986
The card depicts the Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, and the Secretary of State for the Environment, Michael Heseltine, carving up a local government pudding. This related to the Governments plans to abolish metropolitan county councils in 1986.
Original at Sheffield Librarries: arc07244
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Media ID 27777528
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Christmas Sheffield Local Government South Yorkshire
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
_Step back in time with our vintage South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card print from Media Storehouse. This nostalgic poster features an image of the iconic 1986 Christmas card from Sheffield City Archives. The card, which depicts Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Secretary of State for the Environment Michael Heseltine carving up a local government pudding, is a fascinating snapshot of political history. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster._
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.3cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures a significant moment in South Yorkshire's history, as it showcases the South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card from around 1986. The card itself serves as a political commentary on the Government's plans to abolish metropolitan county councils during that time. The image depicts two prominent figures of the era, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Secretary of State for the Environment Michael Heseltine, engaged in an unusual task - carving up a local government pudding. This playful representation symbolizes their involvement in dividing and reshaping local governance structures. At its core, this photograph represents the tensions surrounding the proposed abolition of metropolitan county councils. It serves as a reminder of how political decisions can impact communities at a local level. The Christmas card not only reflects the sentiments within South Yorkshire but also highlights wider debates about decentralization and central government control. Preserved at Sheffield Libraries' archives (arc07244), this historical artifact offers valuable insights into both regional politics and festive traditions during that period. As we observe this image today, it prompts us to reflect on past events while appreciating how they have shaped our present understanding of local government systems and their significance in maintaining community cohesion.
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