Community Film Series Supported by Britannia International Made In Dagenham In 1968, the Ford auto factory in Dagenham was one of the largest single private employers in the United Kingdom. In addition to the thousands of male employees, there are also 187 underpaid women machinists who primarily assemble the car seat upholstery in poor working conditions. Dissatisfied, the women, represented by the shop steward and Rita O'Grady (Sally Hawkins), work with union rep Albert Passingham (Bob Hoskins) for a better deal. However, Rita learns that there is a larger issue in this dispute considering that women are paid an appalling fraction of the men's wages for the same work across the board on the sole basis of their sex. Refusing to tolerate this inequality any longer, O'Grady leads a strike by her fellow machinists for equal pay for equal work. What follows would test the patience of all involved in a grinding labour and political struggle that ultimately would advance the cause of women's rights around the world. Wednesday 9th November, with the first screening starting at 2:30pm and the second screening starts at 7:30pm with ?4 admission on the door. Hope to see you there. END -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Eddie Lowey MLC - 'Life is a journey well worth travelling' Catered by the renowned Liz & Peter Buck for their excellent culinary skills coupled with our guest speaker, is surely a recipe for an enjoyable afternoon. Lunch is to a limited of 40 people at 12:30pm, so do get in quickly, also we offer a vegetarian option. The talk with Eddie Lowey MLC will the be presented in the IOM Bank Auditorium approx. around 1:30pm, where I'm sure there'll be many question's regarding Eddie's career as a MLC. This Monthly Luncheon is happening Monday 7th November at 12:30pm, although we would like you to book your seat by Thursday 3rd November. To book please telephone 835858, email information@erinartscentre.com or call in to the Centre between 10am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Members tickets - ?13.50 Non-members tickets - ?14.50 ENDS