Ian Clayton and Betty Cook on Radio Sheffield

05 February, 2023

Ian Clayton and Betty Cook on Radio Sheffield

Ian Clayton and Betty Cook talk with Paulette Edwards on BBC Radio Sheffield about the writing of Betty’s joint memoir with her comrade in arms Anne Scargill, Anne and Betty: United By The Struggle. Recorded on 23rd July 2020.Running time 14:19.

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Anne & Betty: United By The Struggle

Anne & Betty: United By The Struggle

Ian Clayton, Anne Scargill, Betty Cook

Anne Scargill and Betty Cook met at the beginning of the miners’ strike. Betty was a proud miner’s daughter, wife and mother, who was determined to support her family and community. Anne happened to be married to Arthur Scargill, the president of the miners’ union. She too was steeped in the history of coalfield culture. Together they helped to create perhap..

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