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Kevin Shoesmith
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Journalist, BBC
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By Kevin Shoesmith Verified| Yahoo Verified While MPs were being recalled to Westminster to pass a bill designed to keep British Steel going in Scunthorpe – and save 2,700 jobs – hundreds of those directly affected took to the streets to make their feelings known. BBC News spoke to them on a campaign march before the bill was passed. Scunthorpe United FC's crest depicts a hand gripping an iron bar – an apt metaphor for a town desperate to keep hold of its steelworks in the face of global forces and tense talks in Westminster.
By Kevin Shoesmith Verified, David McKenna Verified| Bottom Line@ Image source, David McKenna/BBCImage caption, British Steel worker Tom Smith has recruited his whole family in the fight to keep Scunthorpe's steelworks openAs negotiations between the government and British Steel continue in earnest, a community digs in. BBC News visits Scunthorpe to speak with workers and their families. British Steel was used to make landing craft that carried troops to storm the beaches of northern France on D-Day, paving the way for the end of World War Two.
By Kevin Shoesmith Verified| Yahoo Verified While MPs were being recalled to Westminster to pass a bill designed to keep British Steel going in Scunthorpe – and save 2,700 jobs – hundreds of those directly affected took to the streets to make their feelings known. BBC News spoke to them on a campaign march before the bill was passed. Scunthorpe United FC's crest depicts a hand gripping an iron bar – an apt metaphor for a town desperate to keep hold of its steelworks in the face of global forces and tense talks in Westminster.
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922