It’s
the summer of 1984 – Margaret Thatcher is in power and the National Union of
Mineworkers (NUM) is on strike. At the Gay Pride March in London, a group of
gay and lesbian activists decides to raise money to support the families of the
striking miners. But there is a problem. The Union seems embarrassed to receive
their support. But the activists are not deterred. They decide to ignore the
Union and go direct to the miners. They identify a mining village in deepest
Wales and set off in a mini bus to make their donation in person. And so begins
the extraordinary story of two seemingly alien communities who form a
surprising and ultimately triumphant partnership.
It's the winter of 2016 -
David Cameron is in power and the trade union movement is fighting attempts to
restrict trade union rights and solidarity action. Across the country local
government cuts are biting deeply into the fabric of society as social
spaces including libraries are closed and basic services privatised. The Save
Preston Library community campaign invites Jonathan Blake, veteran LGBT
campaigner to lead a discussion after a screening of the film 'Pride' depicting
the 80s events.
What lessons can we learn?
Come to Preston Park Primary
School's new Conference Centre tonight to see the film and take part in the
discussion. Doors open 6.30pm and film starts at 7.15pm. Raffle and
refreshments.
Tickets £5 on the door.
Tickets £5 on the door.
College Road, Wembley HA9 8RJ
Preston Road (Metropolitan Line)
