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Climbing the ladder in 1980s Britain: Clare and Ruth

Clare and Ruth were among the first women to qualify as bricklayers in London.

They met on a building site in 1984 and faced discrimination, sexism and prejudice as they strove to build a career in an industry that hasn't always been woman-friendly.

Ruth left the industry following many physical issues and Clare went on to become a construction teacher. Until the Listening Project, they hadn't discussed those early days and the impact it had on their lives....

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