British I. R. -I.R. Environment and Ideology

I‑ Historical Development of British Trade Unionism

•1880's dominant union creed changed

•20th Century

–By 1920 unskilled and general workers 30% of unionists

–May 1926 General Strike

–Rapid growth of unions from mid 1950's into late 1970s


	1880's dominant union creed changed
	From laissez faire to some variation of collectivism

	May 1926 General Strike
	Called over lockout of miners
	TUC gave up after 9 days