Mine Owners Flashcards
1
Q
Why were mine owners forced to cut wages?
A
The Gold Standard was changed in 1925 by Winston Churchill and so prices of coal were too high. This meant that many countries went to cheaper places to get coal instead of Britain. To try and meet requirements of their pre-war profit, the mine owners then had to cut wages and increase hours.
2
Q
What was the equipment in the mines like?
A
Outdated, mainly with the use of pick-axes.
3
Q
Why did the mine owners disagree with the Samuel Commission?
A
Because it suggested that the miners should spend money on improving conditions in the mines.
