Bradford marks centenary of women's suffrage

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    Bradford will mark the centenary of women's suffrage at a special event in City Hall.

    The event on Tuesday 6 February will commemorate and celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Representation of the People Act.  The act in 1918 enabled all men and some women over the age of 30 to vote for the first time.

    The event will include archive film of the suffragette movement, creative performances and speeches from council leaders.

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