Scargill

British

/ ˈskɑːɡɪl /

noun

Arthur. born 1938, British trades union leader; president of the National Union of Mineworkers (1982–2002). He led the miners in a long and bitter strike (1984–85), but failed to prevent pit closures

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Mr Scargill, who is still active in politics, has advice for the current crop of union leaders.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2022

Mr Scargill urged trade union leaders to take lessons on solidarity from their forebears.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2022

Mr Scargill described the action at Saltley Gate in 1972 as a pivotal moment in his life.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2022

The company is seeking about $300 million to develop the project and expects to bring in about $2 billion, CEO Rob Scargill said.

From Washington Times • May 22, 2020

Mrs. Scargill was talking about her at the Duffins' tennis, before you came for me, on Tuesday.

From Soldiers Three by Kipling, Rudyard

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