Frances O'Grady
Claire Bolderson profiles Frances O'Grady, soon to the the first woman to lead the TUC.
Profile · BBC Radio 4
September 1, 201213m 48s
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Show Notes
Claire Bolderson profiles Frances O'Grady, soon to become the first woman to lead the Trades Union Congress. She hears from colleagues and close observers of the trade union scene about how she has risen so far, how she has dealt with the macho traditions of union leadership, and what kind of challenge she may mount to the government as austerity bites.
Producers: Chris Bowlby and Anna Meisel.