Social Developments: Bristol Bus Boycott Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What year did the Bristol Bus Boycott happen?
A
1963
2
Q
What was the issue with the Bristol Bus Company with who they employed?
A
They refused to employ Black citizens
3
Q
How long did the Bristol Bus Boycott last?
A
4 months
4
Q
What did the boycotting result in?
A
Removal of the colour bar policy
5
Q
Name a prominent Labour MP (Future PM) that supported the Bristol Bus boycott
A
Harold Wilson
6
Q
Why were the Trade Unions able to oppose Black immigrants in relation to their political representation?
A
They had little government representation
