Central leader of the Rank and File Strike Committee. He organizes the strike independently, receives a typewriter from Les's wife, and is elected to negotiate with the TUC in London, securing a written no-victimization promise. After management breaks the deal, he is sacked and blacklisted. The film concludes with him criticizing the Industrial Relations Act 1971 and quoting Trotsky.
Pauline's father, who visits Paula's home with Pauline and questions whether her social worker is committed to helping. At Pauline's benefits appeal, he explains her circumstances and work history, arguing that her need for assistance is recent. He also discusses welfare stigma and the system with Sullivan.
Peter Kerrigan has 10 screen credits in a career dating back to 1969. Signature works include The Rank and File, Talk About Work, The Spongers. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
