In an age marked both by austerity and post-war optimism, the Labour Party (1945–1951) creates the welfare state, nationalises many business sectors and creates a fairer society for all. However, as Margaret Thatcher rises to power in 1979, virtually all of Clement Attlee's innovations are dismantled by successive governments.
Ken Loach
Director
Lisa Marie Russo
Producer
Kate Ogborn
Producer
Rebecca O'Brien
Producer
Ken Loach
Writer
Kate Hardie
Reader (voice)
Jamie Michie
Reader (Voice)
Tansy Hoskins
Reader (Voice)
Trevor Fox
Reader (Voice)
Mark Womack
Reader (Voice)
Tony Benn
Himself - Contributor
