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Steel militant

Socialist Press no. 179, 12 December 1979 · scan p. 11 · about 142 words

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IN WHAT appears almost a carbon copy of the Derek Robinson sacking, ISTC Branch Secretary Brian Molyneaux was sacked last Thursday for distributing a pamphlet putting forward an alternative to the BSC closure plans. ' 300 workers bridge plant in now come out Molyneaux after decision.

The victimisation follows hard on the heels of the sacking of Stocksbridge ISTC member Joe Herbertson, who fought the closure of the laboratory at the plant.

ISTC officials claim to be pursuing this issue "at national level'. But it is clear that without the solidarity of Stocksbridge workers, management would still be enjoying an open season on militants at the plant.

BRITISH •STEEL CORPORATION STRIKE! WELL, MY DAD USED TO TALK WHAT'S A ABOUT THE STRIKE BACK IN "STRIKE"? 11926-MAYBE HE CAN TELL US.

DICTIONARY at the StocksSheffield have in defence of a mass meeting

← Contents of Socialist Press no. 179, 12 December 1979