1970: SOUTHEND'S PROUDEST POSSESSION or LONGEST PROBLEM? | Nationwide | BBC Archive
The future of Southend Pier seemed muddy, as it lost thousands of pounds every year. The public reflected on the pier's past and looked at the realities of its future, including Madame Lina who was more optimistic and foresaw an upturn in its fortunes.
Clip taken from Nationwide, originally broadcast on BBC One, Thursday 30 July, 1970.
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