ATV Today: 03.06.1975: Birmingham Pub Bombings

Summary

Bill Spencer reports from Lancaster where the trial of nine men charged with being involved in the Birmingham pub bombings which killed 21 people is due to commence on the 9th June 1975.

Year:

1975

Duration:

0:02:48

Film type:

Colour / Sound

Company:

ATV

Master format:

16mm

Description

Bill Spencer piece to camera outside Lancaster Castle which houses the town's prison and crown court. Interview with Chief Superintendent Alf Collins about the security precautions established during the period of the trial during which tourist access to the castle will be stopped. Views of Lancaster town centre. Vox pops in the town asking people's opinions of the trial being held in Lancaster and the tax burden that will arise. (+ 1.30 trims of the town).


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