Pattern Weavers' Society

This material is held atWorking Class Movement Library

  • Reference
    • GB 1008 TU/PATTERN
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1930 - 1990
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 1 box

Scope and Content

Papers of the Society, including minutes of meetings, annual reports and balance sheets, and miscellaneous papers

Administrative / Biographical History

Formed in 1930 as a breakaway from the National Union of Texile Workers in response to wages cuts throughout the industry. The pattern weavers believed they could obtain better terms outside the National Union.

Arrangement

  • Series 1 - Reports
  • Series 2 - Minutes
  • Series 3 - Other papers

Access Information

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