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The end of Post-War Consensus, 1970–1979

building a new Britain, 1951–1979: The end of Post-War Consensus, 1970–1979

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AqaA LevelHistory2S The Making of Modern Britain, 1951–2007

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Heath’s government: Heath as leader; political and economic policies; industrial relations and the miners' strikes; the 'troubles' in Northern Ireland, including the Sunningdale Agreement.
Labour governments of Wilson and Callaghan: political, economic and industrial problems and policies; problems of Northern Ireland.
Society in the 1970s: progress of feminism; the Sex Discrimination Act; race and immigration; youth; environmentalism.
Britain's entry into and relations with Europe; the state of the 'special relationship' with USA; attitudes to USSR and China.

Post-War ConsensusPower-SharingWinter of DiscontentFeminismImmigrationCold War

Use specific examples: When discussing events like the miners' strikes or the Sunningdale Agreement, include specific dates and outcomes.
Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing the Labour governments, include specific policies or events to support your arguments.

Ignoring the significance of economic policies: Always connect political actions to their economic context to provide a fuller analysis.
Ignoring the significance of Northern Ireland in Labour policies: Always consider the broader implications of Northern Ireland on Labour's governance and electoral prospects.

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