Representation of immigrants

Question 1

How well were immigrants politically represented in the UK during the 1970s?

Answer 1

Political representation was limited and did not reflect the size of the immigrant population.

Question 2

How many non-white councillors were elected in the 1974 London Borough council elections?

Answer 2

Only 10.

Question 3

How many non-white councillors were elected by 1978?

Answer 3

35.

Question 4

What issue persisted despite the growth of immigrant communities in the UK?

Answer 4

Race relations and racial discrimination.

Question 5

What legislation did Labour pass in 1976 to address racial issues?

Answer 5

The 1976 Race Relations Act.

Question 6

What new body was established under the 1976 Race Relations Act?

Answer 6

The Commission for Racial Equality.

Question 7

What powers did the Commission for Racial Equality have?

Answer 7

It could instigate investigations and compel witnesses to testify.