Scotland's HistoryModern ScotlandThe Singer Sewing Factory strike
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The factory was one of the largest industrial plants in the world. Workers revolt against the intensive working practises and low pay by taking strike action. Socialist and trade union politics arrived in Clydebank. Video: Power to the People: Episode one.
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