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1978 in Great Britain — Page 5
Explore 258 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1978.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1978
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Hawklords
Hawkwind release Hawklords
Hurry Up Harry
Hurry Up Harry reaches the UK Top Ten during Sham 69's commercial peak.
Interpretation Act
Interpretation Act 1978 consolidates statutory interpretation rules
Jam
Album, "All Mod Cons"
Joy Division
Joy Division contribute two tracks recorded with producer Martin Hannett to the compilation double 7" EP A Factory Sample, the first release by Tony Wilson's record label Factory Records
Joy Division
Becomes Joy Divisions manager
Joy Division
Joy Division contribute two tracks recorded with producer Martin Hannett to the compilation double 7" EP A Factory Sample, the first release by Tony Wilson's record label Factory Records
Joy Division
Joy Division contribute two tracks recorded with producer Martin Hannett to the compilation double 7" EP A Factory Sample, the first release by Tony Wilson's record label Factory Records
Joy Division
Joy Division contribute two tracks recorded with producer Martin Hannett to the compilation double 7" EP A Factory Sample, the first release by Tony Wilson's record label Factory Records
Joy Division
Joy Division contribute two tracks recorded with producer Martin Hannett to the compilation double 7" EP A Factory Sample, the first release by Tony Wilson's record label Factory Records
Keegan Secures First Ballon d’Or
Kevin Keegan earns the 1978 Ballon d’Or after establishing himself as a driving force for Hamburger SV, his tireless movement and attacking leadership attracting acclaim across Europe.
League Championship
Crowned champions of the First Division, finishing seven points clear of nearest challengers Liverpool. Clough becomes the first manager since Herbert Chapman to win the English Championship with two different clubs
League Cup
In their first season after promotion Nottingham Forest win the League Cup, beating Liverpool F.C. 1-0 in a replay at Old Trafford
Leeds United AFC
Appointed manager of Leeds United but, after just 45 days in charge at Elland Road, Stein resigns, accepting the position of Scotland manager
Life's a Gamble
Penetration release Life's a Gamble during the period surrounding their successful debut album.
Lifecloud
Hoyle and Wickramasinghe published Lifecloud about possible cosmic origins and dispersal of life.
Liverpool European Cup Decider Goal
Colin Barrett scored against Liverpool in the first leg of Nottingham Forest's 1978-79 European Cup first-round tie. Forest eliminated the defending champions and continued toward their first European title.
Luxury You Can Afford Album
Releases the studio album Luxury You Can Afford.
Manager
Apponted Manager of Aberdeen
Manager
Appointed manager of Leeds United but, after just 45 days in charge at Elland Road, Stein resigns, accepting the position of Scotland manager
Member of Parliament
Elected Member of Parliament for Garscadden
Nationalised Industries Review
The report discussed industrial relations vulnerabilities across major state owned sectors including coal.
NEC
Appointed Member of National Executive Committee
NHS IVF Milestone
During James Callaghan's government, louise Brown is born following in-vitro fertilisation developed by Patrick Steptoe and colleagues.
NHS IVF Milestone Government
The Labour Party Government is in office as this NHS milestone occurs: Louise Brown is born following in-vitro fertilisation developed by Patrick Steptoe and colleagues.
NHS IVF Milestone NHS Development
This NHS development occurs while James Callaghan serves as Prime Minister: Louise Brown is born following in-vitro fertilisation developed by Patrick Steptoe and colleagues.
Nice n Sleazy
Releases Nice n Sleazy, a single showing the band's darker humour and sharp guitar attack.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Brian Clough
Brian Clough represented Nottingham Forest during the season ending in 1978, when the club won the Football League First Division. As a manager, Brian Clough planned the tactical approach, selected the squad and guided the club to the English top-flight championship.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Ian Bowyer
With Nottingham Forest crowned English First Division champions in 1978, Ian Bowyer was part of the title-winning side as midfielder in the squad. The title followed a campaign in which the side built its success through sustained results and teamwork, with Ian Bowyer contributing to that collective effort.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - John Robertson
John Robertson operated in wide positions during the successful campaign as Nottingham Forest secured the 1977–78 Football League First Division title. The winger advanced play along the flanks and supplied deliveries that helped the title-winning attack.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Kenny Burns
Kenny Burns represented Nottingham Forest during the season ending in 1978, when the club won the Football League First Division. As a defender, Kenny Burns combined marking and positional discipline with support for passing from the back.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Larry Lloyd
The 1978 English league championship was earned by Nottingham Forest with Larry Lloyd among the defenders associated with the team. Larry Lloyd served in the defensive unit of the championship team and participated in a side that finished above its top-flight rivals.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Peter Shilton
The 1978 English league championship was earned by Nottingham Forest with Peter Shilton among the goalkeepers associated with the team. Peter Shilton protected the goal in the title-winning side and participated in a side that finished above its top-flight rivals.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Peter Withe
The 1978 English league championship was earned by Nottingham Forest with Peter Withe among the forwards associated with the team. Peter Withe was part of the attacking unit that won the league and participated in a side that finished above its top-flight rivals.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Tony Woodcock
Tony Woodcock represented Nottingham Forest during the season ending in 1978, when the club won the Football League First Division. As a forward, Tony Woodcock provided runs into scoring positions and attacking pressure during the championship season.
Nottingham Forest 1978 First Division Title - Viv Anderson
Viv Anderson served in the defensive unit of the championship team as Nottingham Forest secured the 1977–78 Football League First Division title. The defender combined marking and positional discipline with support for passing from the back.
OBE
Awarded the OBE
OBE
Awarded the OBE
Pay Policy
Faces mounting union opposition to the five percent guideline.
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