Power dispute of 1964
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Power dispute of 1964
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The power dispute of 1964 was an industrial action by electric power workers in the United Kingdom that raised fears of power cuts which were ultimately averted through negotiation with the employers. Unions representing 128,000 manual workers demanded: Reduction in working time from a 42- to 40-hour week;
An increase in annual paid holiday from two to three weeks;
More long-service pay;
Examination of pay rates for craftsmen and their mates. — threatening an overtime ban and work-to-rule if the
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