'I've spotted a nuclear train in London' badge
Object
Badge
Production date
1983-1984
Object number
2024.1
Physical Description
Circular badge produced by GLC. The design includes a yellow and red edge and a white background, along with a red text reading 'I've spotted a nuclear train in London'.
Object history
This badge was owned and worn by Hackney activist Ian Rathbone.
In 1982, GLC declared London a 'Nuclear-free Zone.' and during the following year, known as 'GLC Peace Year 1983,' organised events and campaigns highlighting different nuclear issues.
One of these issues was the transport of nuclear waste by rail through London, and the safety risks to residents from accidents or terrorist attacks. Four different designs of billboards placed around London invited people to ‘spot the nuclear train.’ One of these featured a photograph of one of these trains crossing the Hackney Central bridge over Mare Street.
In 1982, GLC declared London a 'Nuclear-free Zone.' and during the following year, known as 'GLC Peace Year 1983,' organised events and campaigns highlighting different nuclear issues.
One of these issues was the transport of nuclear waste by rail through London, and the safety risks to residents from accidents or terrorist attacks. Four different designs of billboards placed around London invited people to ‘spot the nuclear train.’ One of these featured a photograph of one of these trains crossing the Hackney Central bridge over Mare Street.
Associated Organisation
Greater London Council (Made by)
Associated Person
Ian Rathbone (Owner)
Material
Metal
Plastics
Dimension
Diameter (Front): 5.6cm
On display?
No
Inscription
I've spotted a
NUCLEAR TRAIN
in London
GLC
Working for London and Peace
NUCLEAR TRAIN
in London
GLC
Working for London and Peace
