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Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher seen here at what remains of the Head Wrightson works in

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher seen here at what remains of the Head Wrightson works in



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Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher seen here at what remains of the Head Wrightson works in

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher seen here at what remains of the Head Wrightson works in Thornaby, Middlesbrough The Prime Minister launched her inner-city offensive on Teesside with the promise of 1, 000 new jobs. The Teesside Urban Development Corporation announced new jobs created by companies such as British Telecom, Northern Ocean Services, Nissan and others, as well as schemes that would lead eventually to the creation of the Tees Barrage, Teesside Park retail centre, and the regeneration of Hartlepool marina. Margaret Thatcher came to the region with a message of hope ? but she said she had no magic wand to rid the region of its problems. But as well as announcements of new ventures, there were also protests, and Mrs Thatcher left Teesside in no doubt that many of her policies remain unpopular in the North East 12th September 1987

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Teesside Archive
Mirrorpix
Middlesbrough
North Yorkshire
England
TA 87 2724 sheet 5

Media ID 21853262

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Conservatives Industrial Decay Regeneration Stern Teesside Wasteland Wilderness 1987 Conservative


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Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, seen here amidst the remnants of the once-thriving Head Wrightson works in Thornaby, Middlesbrough, embarked on a bold mission to revitalize Teesside. With her ambitious plan came the promise of 1,000 new jobs and a renewed sense of hope for this industrial heartland. The Teesside Urban Development Corporation unveiled an array of exciting ventures including partnerships with British Telecom, Northern Ocean Services, Nissan, and others. These collaborations paved the way for transformative projects like the Tees Barrage and Teesside Park retail center while breathing life back into Hartlepool marina. However, Mrs. Thatcher's visit was not without its challenges as protests highlighted deep-rooted discontent with her policies in the North East. Despite facing opposition and acknowledging that there were no quick fixes to regional struggles, she remained resolute in her commitment to progress. This poignant photograph captures both determination and decay - a stern reminder of an era defined by industrial decline juxtaposed against a leader striving for regeneration. It serves as a testament to Margaret Thatcher's unwavering resolve even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Decades later, this image stands as a powerful symbol of an era marked by political turmoil and economic transformation – one that continues to shape our understanding of politics and society today.

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