The last time unemployment was below a million was back in 1975 when Harold Wilson was PM.
We had a scorching summer, an enthralling Test match series and cheap prices.
We wouldn't mind going back to blue skies, great cricket and bargain food - as long as we don't have to endure the Bay City Rollers again.
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