Cockle Picking Boss Speaks Out

The video discusses the manslaughter charges against David Eden and his father for the deaths of 19 cockle pickers. The Eden family claims they were only agents and not responsible for the safety of the workers. The tragedy is linked to racial tensions, with claims of persecution by British pickers. The investigation is ongoing, with several arrests made. The video also highlights the dangers of cockle picking, with recent rescues from perilous tides.

What role did the Liverpool Bay Fishing Company claim to have in the cockle picking process?

• They organized the transportation for the pickers.

• They provided safety equipment to the workers.

• They acted as agents paying for the cockles.

• They directly employed the cockle pickers.

Why did the Chinese cockle pickers go to Morecambe on the day of their deaths?

• To avoid persecution from British cockle pickers.

• To attend a local festival.

• To meet with their family members.

• To take advantage of better weather conditions.

What kind of threats did Mr. Eden's family face?

• Threats of deportation for hiring foreign workers.

• Threats of legal action for employing illegal workers.

• Threats of business closure by the government.

• Threats of violence for buying from Chinese pickers.

How many times had the Morecambe RNLI been called out to rescue cockle pickers since January?

• 25 times

• 20 times

• 14 times

• 10 times

What is the current status of the police investigation into the cockle picker tragedy?

• No arrests have been made.

• The investigation has been closed.

• Several arrests have been made, with more expected.

• All suspects have been released.