Press cuttings relating to the coal mining industry

A large collection of press cuttings on all aspects of the coal industry in South Wales. Mine closures and strikes are documented in detail. Articles on gas, water and electricity privatisation in the early 1990s are also included, as well as a file of articles on nuclear power. The articles are primarily, but not entirely, taken from the Western Mail, South Wales Argus, Guardian and Observer. A number of photocopied reference works on the South Wales mining industry are also included.

Dave Thomas worked at Uskmouth Power Station, Newport had a lifetime interest in collecting material relating to history of the coal mining and power industries in Wales.

Access is available by prior appointment.

Shelves 316-321.

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