1979: Can Triumph Survive?
Synopsis
Workers at the Meriden factory face the challenge of saving the Triumph Bonneville motorcycle from bankruptcy, testing the viability of co-operative ownership in Britain.
Synopsis
The Triumph Bonneville motorcycle factory in Meriden faces imminent bankruptcy as workers take control in a bid to save their legacy. With co-operatives struggling to survive in Britain, the Meriden workers confront the challenges of self-management, questioning traditional hierarchies and decision-making processes. As they seek a partner to rescue their operation, Harold Williamson documents their urgent fight to preserve not only a renowned motorcycle brand but also the ideals of worker solidarity and empowerment.
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