The Preston Lockout Flashcards
To Understand and gain knowledge of The Preston Lockout 1853
1
Q
When was the Preston Lockout
A
1853 - May 1854
2
Q
What were the main issues relating to the Preston Lockout?
A
Wages
Rich v Poor
3
Q
When were wages initially cut?
A
1848
4
Q
How much were wages cut by?
A
10%
5
Q
When did the wages increase again?
A
1853
6
Q
Why were wages not increased in Preston?
A
union activity in mills
