Labour and People’s History

Labour and People’s History University of Central Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire historians work on labour and people’s history, covering a wide range of topics in Britain and Ireland.

We have longstanding links with the region’s museums, libraries and archives as well with as local groups. Many of our students do successful dissertations, projects and placements in this area.

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