Society in the 1970s: progress of feminism; the Sex Discrimination Act; race and immigration; youth; environmentalism
The 1970s saw major social movements reshape British life. Feminists, ethnic minority communities, young people, and environmentalists all pushed for change — with mixed results.
Real World
When Grunwick film-processing worker Jayaben Desai led a strike for union recognition in 1976–78, she became a symbol of both the feminist and race equality movements — but lost, showing the limits of 1970s reform.
Exam Focus
Distinguish between legislative change (Sex Discrimination Act) and actual lived equality — examiners reward analysis of the gap between law and reality.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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