Ulster Workers’ Council strike collapses Sunningdale executive (indirect)
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The Ulster Workers' Council Strike
In 1974, the Ulster Workers' Council (UWC) strike led to the collapse of the power-sharing executive proposed by the Sunningdale Agreement.
The Strike
The UWC, a coalition of loyalist paramilitary groups and trade unions, called a general strike in protest of the Sunningdale Agreement. The strike brought Northern Ireland to a standstill, with power cuts and a lack of public services.
The Collapse of the Executive
The strike led to the collapse of the power-sharing executive, as the unionist members of the executive resigned in response to the strike. This effectively ended the Sunningdale Agreement and led to a return to direct rule from London.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1973 | Sunningdale Agreement |
| 1974 | UWC strike and collapse of power-sharing executive |
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