Fanny Abbott News Today

Jack Caldwell * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * FIFTY years ago, Clydebank drew the world’s attention as shipyard workers and trade unionists staged the famous ‘work-in’ at Upper Clyde Shipbuilders. Union officials such as Jimmy Reid and Jimmy Airlie were both lauded for their influence over the dispute, but while that may be true, it’s important to note that not every influential political mind in Clydebanks history has belonged to a man. Jane Rae and Fanny Abbott were workers at...