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Barbara Castle

From Suffrage to Leadership: Key Women Who Shaped a Century of British Politics
The Representation of the People Act 1918 was a landmark moment in British history, granting suffrage to women over the age of 30 who met minimum property qualifications. This pivotal act opened the door to political empowerment and representation, setting the stage...
The Ford Halewood Car Plant Strike – 1968

195 women at Ford’s Halewood car plant on Merseyside went on strike, helping to make history!