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People's History Museum blog

PHM is the national museum of democracy, telling the story of its development in Britain: past, present, and future.

On this blog we share posts from the PHM team and other experts, with behind the scenes stories, coverage of PHM's exhibitions and events, and highlights from the museum's unique collection.

Posts tagged 'Workers rights'

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1926 General Strike

4 May 2026


People’s History Museum Honorary Fellow Dr Shirin Hirsch uncovers the history of the 1926 General Strike to explain why a strike in Britain was called and the reason for its collapse just nine days later. 



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Reflections on the Disability Discrimination Act 30 years on

3 December 2025


Disabled historian Jaime Starr explores the history and legacy of the Disability Discrimination Act, 30 years on from it becoming law, through objects in People’s History Museum’s (PHM) unique collection.  



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2024 Reader Favourite Blogs

27 December 2024


This December we look back at your favourite blogs from 2024.



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Ellen Wilkinson MP: fight for social justice

4 September 2024


A look at the incredible life of one of the first female Labour MPs Ellen Wilkinson, featuring items from People’s History Museum’s (PHM) collection with PHM’s Visitor Experience Supervisor Sara Ferri.  October 2024 marks the centenary of Ellen Wilkinson MP taking office.



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1981 People’s March for Jobs: Q&A with historian Dr Greig Campbell

1 May 2024


In this long read Q&A, historian Dr Greig Campbell shares historic photographs and oral testimonies of those involved with the march to explore its origins, impact, and legacy in the fight for workers’ rights.



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