Battle Of Orgreave Protests in Westminster

The video discusses the miners' strike of the 1980s, focusing on the Battle of Orgreave, where thousands of pickets clashed with police. It highlights the call for an inquiry into the violence, with campaigners lobbying the Home Secretary. Personal accounts of the day reveal the brutality experienced by miners. Despite the passage of time, the scars remain in the community. Campaigners remain hopeful for a public inquiry, with South Yorkshire Police expressing support. The video concludes by reflecting on the lasting impact of the events on the former mining community.

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