Former coalminers have returned to the picket line at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield, joining staff in a strike over pay. Arthur Scargill, the former leader of the National Union of Mineworkers, expressed surprise at the situation, highlighting the ongoing struggles of miners.

Editor’s Note: This strike is significant as it brings together past and present coalminers, emphasizing the enduring issues related to miners' pay and working conditions. It also highlights the legacy of the mining industry and the continued activism of those affected.