Tensions of the Windrush generation?

Question 1

Racial discrimination the Windrush generation faced

Answer 1

Many Caribbean migrants faced open hostility from the white British population.

Question 2

What riot took place due to the Windrush generation?

Answer 2

The 1958 Notting Hill Riots, where a mob of 400 white people attacked Black residents over several nights

Question 3

Why did British people feel threatened by migrants?

Answer 3

Many white British workers in working-class areas felt threatened by the prescence of Caribbean migrants as they believed they were taking job opportunities for lower wages.

Question 4

What type of jobs did the Windrush generation take?

Answer 4

Low-paid and labour intensive jobs in sectors like transport, healthcare and factory work. However, they were often overworked, underpaid, and had fewer opportunities for career progression.

Question 5

What immigration laws were put in place?

Answer 5

Commonwealth Immigrants Act in 1962 and immigration Act in 1971. This limited the rights of Commonwealth citizens to settle in the UK.