Legislating against Tension Presented by John Eidlnow
' Race discrimination and race prejudice are still widespread , consequently there is a risk of the ethnic communities becoming permanently alienated.'
(Report of Select Committee on Race Relations and Immigration)
- The watch-words are: preparation for war is the most effectual means of preserving peace.'
(West Indian Standing Committee)
With the new race legislation going through its final phase in Parliament, race relations in Britain appear to be deteriorating. Why? How can they be improved? Can legislation overcome prejudice and fear? Producer GREVILLE HAVENHAND