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420. Britain in 1974: Thatcher Enters the Ring (Part 4)

The Rest Is History

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Unprecedented Emigration Trend in the 70s

In the 1970s, there was a significant trend of emigration among British citizens, including well-known figures like David Bowie, Anita Neill, and the England cricket team. This trend was highlighted by concerns about the future of the UK, with one individual suggesting emigration due to potential loss of the UK's seat on the UN Security Council. The emigration wave was so substantial that countries like New Zealand and Australia had to introduce controls to limit the inflow of British citizens.

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