Trainspotting Context

What was the poll tax and why was it introduced into Scotland first?

Poll tax was introduced in Scotland initially, passing law in 1989. It arrived in the remainder of Great Britain in 1990. The poll tax provided a single tax rate on every adult, at a rate set by the local authority.
It arrived in Scotland initially as a test of the tax to see its effect. The tax worked, however was unpopular among many, especially lower classes. Scotland's majority voted mainly for Labor, meaning the tax trial in Scotland would no lose Thatcher any votes. This made Scotland the perfect area for a tex trial.

Why do you think the Thatcher government was so unpopular in Scotland?

Thatcher reign caused an increase in unemployment, drug use and crime. In her first year in power, unemployment rose from 1.5 million to 2 million.

What were the main strategies employed to resist the tax?

Protests were held throughout the country.

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