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This is unemployment which occurs after structural changes to the economy, such as the closure of a sector
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Perhaps the most high profile example of structural unemployment in recent years is the closure of the coal mines in the 1980’s by Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government. This policy led to a significant rise in unemployed, and generated anger countrywide. Read more about this example of structural unemployment here:
Margaret Thatcher and the pit strike in Yorkshire
Reaction to the death of Margaret Thatcher has reignited emotions over her role in the 1984-5 miners' strike.
www.bbc.co.uk
The dangers of structural unemployment will be strongly considered in the coming years as governments aim to decrease the reliance of countries on fossil fuels. Read here to learn more about the Scottish Government’s plan to transition from fossil fuels in a stable manner: 
Scotland's Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan: Ministerial statement
Statement by Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero, Energy and Transport Michael Matheson in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 10 January 2023.
www.gov.scot